Shipping/Receiving Coordinator I

Azenta; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Azenta Inc. is seeking a Shipping/Receiving Coordinator I to manage inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring proper storage temperatures and accurate documentation.

The role supports logistics in a fast-paced life sciences environment and requires strict attention to detail and adherence to SOPs. Responsibilities include tracking shipments, coordinating with logistics and PM staff, and using FedEx and Limfinity systems to prepare outbound orders while complying with IATA and DOT regulations.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate's degree or 2+ years shipping/receiving experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Read and interpret English instructions and rules.

Responsibilities

• Perform inbound/outbound shipments in accordance with SOPs.
• Ensure shipments are stored under correct temperature conditions.
• Verify shipments via FedEx reports and pre-alerts.
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Skills

Shipping & Receiving

SOP compliance

Communication

Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree or related field

Tools

Limfinity logistics module

FedEx system

Temperature control SOPs

Job description

Azenta Inc.

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

All we accomplish is grounded in our core values of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value and Integrity.

Job Title

Shipping/Receiving Coordinator I

Job Description

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our future. Our customer-focused culture encourages employees to embrace innovation and challenge the status quo with novel thinking and collaborative work relationships.

Azenta Life Sciences is a global leader in the life sciences space with headquarters with offices and operations worldwide. We are a market leader in automated bio sample management solutions and genomic services across areas such as drug development, clinical and advanced cell therapies for the industry's top pharmaceutical, biotech, academic and healthcare institutions globally. We provide unparalleled capabilities with our lab analysis, sample management and storage services, informatics software, and consumables, with the largest installed base managing over 1 billion samples globally.

The Shipping/Receiving Coordinator I is responsible for performing all duties related to inbound or outbound of shipments consisting of irreplaceable biological and production materials (research samples, products, etc.) as assigned, while maintaining appropriate temperature. The incumbent is accountable for performing all assigned tasks with full attention and accuracy to maintain the integrity of the material and the storage processes.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform all functions methodically and in accordance with SOPs
• Ensure all incoming shipments are stored in proper storage conditions
• Verify all inbound shipments have arrived by checking inbound FedEx report and pre-alerts sent to receiving team
• Maintain communication with Logistics Supervisor(s), Team Coordinator(s) and PM staff at all times, documenting any discrepancies with shipments received
• Notify other Azenta Life Sciences departments of non-biological packages received as appropriate
• Properly identify client, project, group, and storage temperature for all shipments incoming
• Properly download all temperature loggers following the SOP
• Ensure all applicable inbound and outbound documentation is scanned and filed appropriately
• Prepare all outbound orders and shipments utilizing the Limfinity logistics module, FedEx system ensuring shipments are in accordance with IATA and DOT regulations and other U.S. or Foreign government regulatory groups
• Assist Logistic Supervisor(s), Team coordinator(s), Senior Shipping and Receiving Coordinator(s), and Shipping and Receiving Coordinator II with company supply deliveries, as needed and in a timely manner

What You Will Bring:

• Minimum of an Associate's degree in related field or High School Diploma plus 2+ years of shipping/receiving work experience
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to read/understand/interpret basic correspondence, instructions, rules, procedures in English language
• Ability to make decisions and judgements based on reasoning
• Ability to perform tasks with care, is thorough and checks work for accuracy and completenessStrong attention to detail for repetitive tasks
• Ability to use Microsoft Excel, performing basic and intermediate functions

Physical Requirements:

• Reaching, lifting, bending
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Extended periods of standing or sitting
• Right- and left-hand finger dexterity
• Ability to discern colors or use of color correction glasses
• Ability to work with refrigerants (e.g., dry ice and LNs) using proper PPE.

Your Working Conditions:

• Employee will be working on an area with potentially infectious materials
• Employee will be responsible for maintaining a clean work environment and enforce and follow universal precautions for bloodborne pathogens when working in an area considered to be potentially contaminated
• The position requires flexibility to report to either the Indianapolis or Plainfield facility based on business needs

Join us and help enable life‑changing discoveries by keeping critical life science systems running reliably‑every day.

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Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

United States Base Compensation: $21.50

The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (incl