Material Handler I

Job Titile: Material Handler I
Location: 1 DNA Way, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Duration: 6-month contract (possibility for extension or conversion)
Pay Rate: $14.93 – $21.46 per hour (W2)

Job Overview
Join our team as a Material Handler I, where you will play a crucial role in ensuring safe, high-quality, and efficient material operations. You will work closely with supervisors and Materials Specialists, contribute to compliance with regulatory guidelines, and continuously seek ways to improve operational workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment to keep materials operations running smoothly.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations such as GMP, GLP, DOT, HazMat, and health and safety guidelines
• Execute supervisors’ directives and prioritize daily tasks and customer requests
• Troubleshoot operational errors and monitor day-to-day operations
• Serve as a liaison between Materials Specialists and Supervisors
• Accept and inspect incoming materials; verify paperwork and material conditions
• Prepare and route receiving documents, hazardous materials manifests, and shipping documents
• Perform x-ray scanning and receive radioactive materials safely
• Apply asset tags and proper placards
• Handle, store, and ship materials following temperature and safety requirements
• Conduct campus pick-ups for outgoing shipments

Compliance & Safety

• Follow and enforce GMP procedures; train others as needed
• Maintain accurate GMP documentation
• Adhere to safety protocols and participate in staff safety training
• Engage in safety and quality area surveys, 5S audits, LEAN, and Class A initiatives

Leadership & Process Improvement

• Provide routine updates to Supervisors on operational progress and issues
• Prioritize and distribute workload with minimal supervision
• Lead resolution of technical issues and participate in project initiatives
• Actively contribute to departmental goals and process improvements

Communication & Teamwork

• Engage in ongoing feedback with supervisors and colleagues
• Demonstrate professionalism in a diverse work environment
• Communicate clearly in both verbal and written forms
• Support and train contingent workers and cover for staff as needed

Other Duties

• Complete all tasks and back-up duties on time
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and work areas
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries and requests
• Use material handling equipment and relevant computer applications proficiently
• Adapt to schedule changes, work overtime, and float between groups for operational support

Education & Experience

• College-level coursework preferred
• Required: Experience in material handling and/or warehousing
• Preferred: Previous leadership experience
• Strong organizational, time management, and customer service skills
• Problem-solving ability and interpersonal skills with a strong focus on safety, quality, accuracy, and detail
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling is an asset
• Valid California driver’s license required; HazMat endorsement preferred
• Ability to lift 40 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Forklift experience required

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