Reagent material Handler

Nova Biomedical

Waltham (MA)

On-site

USD 30,307 - 35,817

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k with match

Bonus program

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Hybrid work

Professional development

Job summary

Nova Biomedical in Waltham, Massachusetts is seeking a Reagent Material Handler to oversee material flow and coordinate with multiple manufacturing departments. You will manage raw materials, WIP, retains and waste, ensuring timely component needs are met through close collaboration with Supervisors and Team Leaders.

The role emphasizes FIFO inventory, cycle counting, and maintaining organized Reagents areas. A focus on GMP/QSR/OSHA standards and a collaborative, adaptable attitude is required.

Qualifications

2 - 4 years' material handling experience is required.
2 - 4 years' experience driving a forklift is required.
Ability to operate power equipment such as stacker and stand-up reach forklift.
Ability to operate a manual pallet jack.
Perform basic math and counting with accuracy.
Read and write English and follow both written/verbal instructions.
Entry-level knowledge of Quality System Regulations (QSR).
Entry-level knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
Entry-level knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
Must be able to perform warehouse inventory cycle counting.
Must be able to work individually.
Dependable, willing to learn, adapt to change and have a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

To receive raw materials for the Reagents Manufacturing Department and stage into assigned warehouse locations.
Manage all components supplied to various Reagent Departments using the First in First Out (FIFO) methodology and delivering raw material and WIP material per transfer order request, as well as returning unused components to the assigned warehouse location.
Perform cycle counting of Reagent components for reconciliation purposes and to maintain accurate inventory in Reagents.
Housekeeping and organization of the Reagents WIP warehouse, retain cage, fridges, Filling and Controls staging areas.

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Basic math

English literacy

QSR knowledge

OSHA knowledge

GMP knowledge

Cycle counting

Independent worker

Positive attitude

Tools

Stacker

Stand-up reach forklift

Job description

Job Summary

The Reagent Material Handler will coordinate closely with all Reagent manufacturing departments, including Controls Filling, Chemical Filling, Test Lab, Formulation, and Packaging. This role requires regular interaction with Supervisors, Group Leaders, and Team Leaders to determine daily component needs. The Reagent Material Handler is also responsible for supporting all Reagent manufacturing operations, including but not limited to the management of raw materials, work-in-process (WIP), retains, and waste.

Responsibilities

To receive raw materials for the Reagents Manufacturing Department and stage into assigned warehouse locations.
Manage all components supplied to various Reagent Departments using the First in First Out (FIFO) methodology and delivering raw material and WIP material per transfer order request, as well as returning unused components to the assigned warehouse location.
Perform cycle counting of Reagent components for reconciliation purposes and to maintain accurate inventory in Reagents.
Housekeeping and organization of the Reagents WIP warehouse, retain cage, fridges, Filling and Controls staging areas.

Transfer of full waste drums from the Satellite Accumulation Areas (SAA) to the Main Accumulation Area (MAA).

Experience Requirements

2 - 4 years' material handling experience is required.
2 - 4 years' experience driving a forklift is required.
Ability to operate power equipment such as stacker and stand-up reach forklift.
Ability to operate a manual pallet jack.
Perform basic math and counting with accuracy.
Read and write English and follow both written/verbal instructions.
Entry-level knowledge of Quality System Regulations (QSR).
Entry-level knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
Entry-level knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
Must be able to perform warehouse inventory cycle counting.
Must be able to work individually.
Dependable, willing to learn, adapt to change and have a positive attitude.

Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

Must be able to perform tasks that may involve extended periods of standing, sitting, pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, turning, climbing steps and carrying up to 40 pounds numerous times/hours a day.
Require repetitive use of arms/wrist/hands while setting up/working with equipment/raw material throughout the day.
Will require use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and may include, but not limited to, safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, bouffant, gloves, hearing protection, face shield, nuisance mask, bump cap.
Must have good hand/eye coordination and visual acuity.
Must be able to distinguish colors.

Why Work for Nova Biomedical

Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
Competitive 401k company match
Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
Generous Tuition reimbursement
Hybrid and flexible work arrangements
Professional development, engagement and events
Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA, Billerica, MA and Westbrook, ME offices
Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location

Waltham, Massachusetts - work schedule 5 days a week on-site Monday - Friday. Work hours 9:30am - 6pm

Targeted Salary Range

$22.16 - $26.40

About The Company

At Nova Biomedical, we are not just building instruments, we are powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova's cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we are setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we are building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity.

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

Explore what's next with us at novabiomedical.com

EEO Statement

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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