Logistic Distribution Associate

Eurofins PSS Insourcing Solutions; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A prominent life sciences company is seeking a Logistics Manager for their Kalamazoo, MI location. The role involves managing the logistics of research and development materials, ensuring compliance with transportation regulations, and maintaining records for hazardous material shipments. Candidates must have strong communication skills and 2-3 years of relevant experience in a logistics environment. The position offers full-time benefits including medical coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• International Air Transport Association (IATA) Certification or willing to obtain.
• 49 CFR Parts 100-185 U.S. D.O.T. HAZMAT Certification or willing to obtain.
• 2-3 years of experience in a transportation/distribution/logistics environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics of research and development materials.
• Package and label shipping research material in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain chain of custody for biological specimens.
• Ensure compliance with IATA, DOT, EPA regulations.

Skills

Strong written and communication skills

High Attention to Detail

Good Time Management

Customer Service Oriented

Job description

The work we do at Eurofins matters, and so do our employees. At Eurofins, we put a focus on your professional growth. We provide our employees the ability to break into the biopharmaceutical industry and grow from the bottom up. We have the supportive teams and tools available to invest in you while also affording you work‑life balance and a competitive benefits package.

Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career, apply with us today!

Job Description

This role will focus on managing the logistics of research and development materials that move in and out of our laboratory, in compliance with all transportation regulations.

• Execute proper packaging and labeling of shipping research material in and out of our Richland laboratory for ground and/or air transport.
• Provides specimen management for client Pre‑Clinical and Clinical Pharmacology in a GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) compliant environment.
• Maintains the chain of custody for biological specimens.
• Provides domestic logistics.
• Ensures compliance with International Air Transport Association (IATA), DOT, EPA, and internal compliance regulations.
• Keeps accurate records of all Hazardous Material shipments for auditing by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT), FAA, and NRC.
• Serve as a site contact with the contracted interplant courier service and their drivers.

Qualifications

• International Air Transport Association (IATA) Training – Certification, or willing to obtain.
• 49 CFR Parts 100‑185 U.S. D.O.T. HAZMAT – Certification, or willing to obtain.
• Strong written and communication skills
• 2–3 years of experience in a transportation/distribution/logistics environment. Experience in logistics preferably within a laboratory setting.
• High Attention to Detail
• Good Time Management
• Customer Service Oriented
• Authorization to work in the US indefinitely without sponsorship
• Candidates within a commutable distance of Kalamazoo, MI encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Position is Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM with the potential for mandatory weekend work.

What We Offer

• Excellent full‑time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.
• Life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.