Material Handler I

LGC; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Flexible work options

PTO starts

Job summary

LGC’s Clinical Diagnostics Division is seeking a Material Handler I to support receipt, storage, and distribution of products per cGMP guidelines. The role emphasizes attention to detail and flexible prioritization, with supervision from a supervisor and potential cross-department collaboration.

Typical duties include assisting with process improvements, fulfilling orders for Operations, Quality Control, R&D, and QA, and maintaining clean work areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years of warehouse/distribution experience preferred.
• Basic mathematical skills and MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook) experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly with external partners and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Receive, store, and distribute products per guidelines.
• Assist with process improvements to procedures.
• Support departments including Operations, QC, R&D, and QA.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and assist with duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Basic math

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

LGC’s Clinical Diagnostics Division develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of catalog and custom-developed diagnostic quality solutions and component materials for the extended life sciences industry. We partner with IVD assay developers, and pharmaceutical, CRO and academic institutions in commercialization activities across the entire diagnostic pipeline - from concept and early stage research, through expedited product development and onwards into routine clinical use. Laboratorians and diagnostic professionals across disciplines of clinical chemistry, immunochemistry, serology, molecular diagnostics and clinical genomics rely on LGC’s products to support accurate and reliable diagnostic results.

Our operating entities include SeraCare Life Sciences and Maine Standards Company, which are in vitro diagnostics (IVD) manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials) and the Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of viral antigens. Our 300+ employees operate FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine, Massachusetts and Maryland, USA, and an ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK.

Each day, our world-class staff, scientific expertise, operational efficiency and superior quality systems are ready to support the range of advanced technologies that collectively improve patient outcomes - from the widely adopted and established through to cutting-edge NGS and precision diagnostics.

LGC’s Clinical Diagnostics Division develops and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of catalog and custom-developed diagnostic quality solutions and component materials for the extended life sciences industry. We partner with IVD assay developers, and pharmaceutical, CRO and academic institutions in commercialization activities across the entire diagnostic pipeline - from concept and early stage research, through expedited product development and onwards into routine clinical use. Laboratorians and diagnostic professionals across disciplines of clinical chemistry, immunochemistry, serology, molecular diagnostics and clinical genomics rely on LGC’s products to support accurate and reliable diagnostic results.

Our operating entities include SeraCare Life Sciences and Maine Standards Company, which are in vitro diagnostics (IVD) manufacturers of quality measurement tools (calibrators, controls, linearity, EQA/PT, biological materials) and the Native Antigen Company, which is a manufacturer and supplier of viral antigens. Our 300+ employees operate FDA-registered and ISO 13485-accredited facilities in Maine, Massachusetts and Maryland, USA, and an ISO 9001-accredited facility in Oxford, UK.

Each day, our world-class staff, scientific expertise, operational efficiency and superior quality systems are ready to support the range of advanced technologies that collectively improve patient outcomes - from the widely adopted and established through to cutting-edge NGS and precision diagnostics.

Job Description

The Material Handler I provides support for the accurate and efficient receipt, storage, and distribution of LGC Clinical Diagnostics products by cGMP and pre-established guidelines and procedures. They apply a high level of attention to detail to satisfy both internal and external customers. Overall work priorities are defined and assigned by the immediate supervisor, but a degree of flexibility and self-prioritization is exercised to achieve day-to-day tasks. Work at this level is typically performed under supervision from the Supervisor. The position assists with identifying process improvements to procedures. Material handling is a service for customers in the Operations, Quality Control, Research & Development, and Quality Assurance departments as well as supplying to serving our customers through order fulfillment. Participates in housekeeping of areas. i.e. loading dock, receiving location, storage areas, etc. This position may require a holiday, weekend, or duty to meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge or education: High School Diploma; or General Educational Development
• Work experience and/or training: 2 years of experience in a warehouse/distribution preferred
• Technical Skills: Basic mathematical skills and Basic level of experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Communication skills: demonstrated communication skills, with the ability to communicate in various formats to external partners and all levels of an organization

Additional Information

Pay Disclosure:

Typical starting pay for this position ranges from $19.67–$22.00 per hour, based on relevant experience, education, skills, and internal equity. The fully established pay range for the position extends up to $24.06 per hour.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus program. Participation in the bonus program is not guaranteed, and bonuses are awarded at the discretion of the company based on individual and company performance result.

E-Verify:

LGC participates in E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

What we offer (US based employees):

• Competitive compensation with strong bonus program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and dependents
• FSA/HSA Pre-tax savings plans for health care, childcare, and elder care
• Deductible Buffer Insurance and Critical Illness Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with matching employer contribution
• Company-paid short- and long- term disability, life insurance, and employee assistance program
• Flexible work options
• Pet Insurance for our furry friends
• Enhanced Parental leave of 8 additional weeks
• PTO that begins immediately
• Town Hall monthly meeting onsite/virtual, Cheer program where employees are recognized for outstanding work, Companywide social events, frequent catered lunches and much more!

EEO

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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