Logistics Coordinator

Sharp Decisions; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp Decisions in South San Francisco, CA, is seeking a Materials Operations/ Lab Services associate on a 12+ month contract (W2). The role involves inventory management, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely materials and shipments.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED with science coursework or an AA/AS in a related science, and be capable of lifting 40 lbs, standing for extended periods, and working 40 hours with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with science coursework or an AA/AS in a related science.
• Experience with material packing/handling, inventory management, or warehousing preferred.
• LEAN or Operational Excellence training is a plus.
• Strong collaboration, time management, and customer service skills.
• Self-starter with focus on quality, detail, and delivering results.
• Clear communication and interpersonal abilities; safety oriented.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with management and Lab staff to meet operational goals while upholding safety and quality.
• Adhere to GLP, DOT, HazMat and other regulatory standards.
• Maintain inventory for lab consumables, reagents, chemicals, and glassware.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure reagents, equipment, and resources are available.
• Prevent delays by minimizing warehouse interruptions and ensuring timely shipments.
• Handle materials with proper storage, handling, and temperature requirements.
• Prepare receiving and shipping documents; ensure paperwork accuracy.
• Troubleshoot operational issues and support daily activities.
• Follow safety procedures and participate in training and safety awareness.
• Engage in cross-functional training within Materials Operations as needed.
• Identify process improvements for warehouse functions, equipment, or procedures.
• Respond to customer inquiries via email, phone, and in person.
• Attend departmental meetings and communicate progress and issues.

Skills

LEAN training

Collaboration

Time management

Self-starter

Problem-solving

Communication

Safety focus

Customer service

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED with college coursework in sciences

AA/AS degree in related science

Job description

Payrate: $25.18/hour on W2

Duration: 12+ months contract with possible extension

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the management team and Material Operations & Lab Services personnel to meet operational goals while upholding safety and quality protocols.
• Maintain adherence to internal and external regulatory standards, including Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Department of Transportation (DOT), and Hazardous Materials (HazMat) regulations.
• Manage and maintain inventory levels for laboratory consumables, reagents, chemicals, and glassware across multiple operational departments.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to meet operational needs, ensuring reagents, equipment, and resources are available for project execution.
• Prevent interruptions to customer processes by ensuring delays due to warehouse operations are minimized.
• Follow specific handling, storage, and temperature requirements for materials.
• Ensure that incoming materials paperwork is correct and materials are received in good condition.
• Prepare receiving documents.
• Pack materials for proper shipping conditions and prepare shipping documents.
• Troubleshoot operational errors and support operations.
• Follow required safety procedures by using available safety equipment and participate in the safety awareness and training of staff.
• Engage in cross-functional training within Materials Operations departments as required.
• Identify and participate in process improvement initiatives for warehouse functions, equipment, or procedures, utilizing internal and external contacts and resources.
• Respond to customer inquiries via email, phone, and in person.
• Attend departmental meetings as scheduled.
• Serve as a contact between customers and Material Operations & Lab Services staff.
• Be adaptive to changing priorities and responsibilities in all areas.
• Effectively multi-task the daily workload with assigned projects.
• Provide routine updates to Supervisors and leads on progress, status, and issues associated with the department.
• Participate in projects as needed.
• Demonstrate the ability to work in a diverse environment with respect and professionalism.
• Communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Maintain equipment and work areas for cleanliness.
• Understand and demonstrate proficiency with material handling equipment and relevant computer applications.
• Ensure that all work is completed by the end of the day. Utilize time wisely to maximize productivity.
• Meet timeline commitments and inform others as necessary.
• Adhere to appropriate laws, GNE regulations and programs, and DOT compliance.
• Be punctual.
• Meet all compliance requirements for training and complete training records and certifications on time.
• Train for PIT and understand safety and demonstrate proficiency.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and one of the following:
  • Completion of college-level coursework in biological sciences and/or physical sciences.
  • AA/AS Degree in a related science major.
• Material packing/handling, inventory management, and/or warehousing experience preferred.
• Passion for continuous process improvement. LEAN or other Operational Excellence training and experience are a plus.
• Successful demonstration of collaboration and teamwork.
• Possess effective time management and organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and demonstrate strong customer service skills.
• Must be a self-starter with strong focus on quality, attention to detail, and delivering results.
• Must possess good problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Must communicate clearly and effectively.
• Must have strong initiative and focus on safety, quality, accuracy, and be detail-oriented.
• Knowledge of safe chemical handling is helpful.
• Must possess a valid California driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. and stand for extended periods of time.
• Commit to working 40 hours per week and overtime as needed.
• Must be able to work weekends, off shift, and overtime as required.