Materials Handler, Facility Operations

**POSITION TITLE:** Materials Handler, Facility Operations **REPORTING LOCATION:** Rockville, MD **** **REPORTS TO:** Manager, Facility Operations **PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:** The Materials Handler supports research operations by receiving, inspecting, documenting, storing, and distributing laboratory supplies, research materials, biological specimens, and facility inventory while maintaining compliance with GLP/GCLP standards, company procedures, and applicable safety regulations. This role ensures inventory accuracy, timely material availability, and excellent internal customer service to support scientific operations. **DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRODUCTIVITY EXPECTATIONS:** - Receive, inspect, verify, document, and distribute incoming laboratory supplies, equipment, chemicals, biological materials and research specimens. - Verify packing slips, purchase orders, shipping documentation, and report discrepancies or damages. - Record receipts in inventory/procurement systems and notify end users promptly. - Store materials appropriately, including ambient, refrigerated, frozen, hazardous, flammable, and controlled-access inventory. - Maintain accurate inventory records and perform routine cycle counts and physical inventories. - Monitor stock levels and communicate replenishment needs. - Receive, document, and store research samples in accordance with GCLP/GLP requirements and SOPs. - Maintain clean, organized receiving, storage, and supply areas using 5S and Lean principles. - Safely handle hazardous chemicals and biological materials in accordance with OSHA and company procedures. - Support internal shipments, movement of laboratory equipment, and other facility logistics activities. - Participate in process improvements and assist with SOP updates as assigned. - Support regulatory inspections and audits by maintaining complete and accurate documentation. **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:** - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail - Ability to prioritize multiple requests in a fast-paced research environment. - Knowledge of inventory control and documentation practices. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic inventory systems. - Strong customer service and communication skills. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality. - Ability to follow SOPs and safety procedures. - Basic mathematical skills. **EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:** - High School Diploma or GED required. - 1–3 years of experience in warehouse, laboratory receiving, inventory management, logistics, or material handling. - Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, CRO, or regulated laboratory environments preferred. - Experience with GLP, GCLP, GMP, ERP, or barcode inventory systems preferred. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:** - Must be able to sit and use hands to finger, handle and feel. - Must be able to lift and move packages weighing up to 50 pounds. - Must be able to sit for long periods of time using a computer in a typical office environment in a multi-level facility - Some activities require repetitive motion and reaching, pulling or pushing. - In carrying out the duties of the job there will be frequent exposure to fumes and chemical hazards. - Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue