Warehouse Coordinator

Orca Bio; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized daily lunches

Annual bonus

Pre-IPO equity

Job summary

Orca Bio in Sacramento is seeking a Warehouse Coordinator to manage day-to-day operations within the warehouse. Responsibilities include coordinating the receiving, storing, and distribution of materials, while maintaining accurate inventory through regular audits and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, relevant experience in warehouse operations, and strong attention to detail. The position offers an hourly wage of $24 - $28, along with competitive benefits including medical, dental, and PTO.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in warehouse operations, preferably in biologics or pharmaceuticals.
• Experience with warehouse management systems or inventory software is a plus.
• Prior experience in regulated, GMP manufacturing operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the receiving, storing, and distribution of products.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and conduct regular audits.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain organization.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Forklift certification

Lean principles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or certifications in logistics

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Inventory software

Job description

More than one million people in the United States today are fighting blood cancer. While a traditional allogeneic stem cell transplant has been the best hope for many, the transplant itself can prove fatal or lead to serious conditions, such as graft versus host disease. Orca Bio is a late‑stage biotechnology company redefining the transplant process by developing next‑generation cell therapies with the goal of providing significantly better survival rates with dramatically fewer risks. With our purified, high‑precision investigational cell therapies we hope to not only replace patients’ blood and immune systems with healthy ones, but also restore their lives.

The Warehouse Coordinator is responsible for facilitating the day‑to‑day operation in the warehouse, ensuring accurate inventory management, coordinating the movement of goods and ensuring materials are supplied efficiently to manufacturing operations. This role works closely with quality, planning and manufacturing to ensure product quality, efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate the receiving, storing, and distribution of products and materials in the warehouse.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through regular stock counts and audits.
• Monitoring inventory levels to ensure timely replenishment and prevent stockouts.
• Ensure proper labeling and documentation of all products in the warehouse.
• Resolve any discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Facilitating daily operations of the warehouse, ensuring that goods are stored in an organized and efficient manner.
• Coordinate the picking, packing, and shipping of orders to customers or other departments.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and maintain a clean and organized warehouse environment.
• Manage the allocation of resources such as staff, equipment, and materials to optimize.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring accurate documentation and timely delivery.
• Work with carriers and suppliers to schedule deliveries and resolve shipping issues.
• Inspect incoming goods for damage or defects and ensure appropriate actions are taken.
• Use warehouse management systems or ERP systems to track inventory and manage orders.
• Ensure data accuracy in the system for inventory levels, order processing, and shipping.
• Generate and maintain reports related to inventory, order status, and warehouse activities.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s degree or certifications in logistics or supply chain management strongly preferred
• 2-3 years of experience in warehouse operations preferably in biologics, pharmaceutical fill and finish or drug substance manufacturing, chemical or food industries.
• Experience with warehouse management systems or inventory software is a plus.
• Prior experience in regulated, GMP manufacturing operations is a plus.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills, organizational skills, forklift certification and lean principles a plus.

Personal Qualities & Physical Demands

• Highly detail oriented with special attention to quality, compliance and safety.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously; able to prioritize Demonstrates strong work ethic, curiosity to learn and contribute in a fast‑paced collaborative environmentStrong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work in a collegial and collaborative manner, independently and part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced start‑up environment while following SOPs.
• Highly tolerant and respectful of all team members.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with desire to improve upon established processes.
• Ability to gown into cleanrooms and follow cleanroom protocols, e.g. no cosmetics including make‑up, painted nails, jewelry or piercings, and must disclose any shedding skin condition.
• Physical demands include standing for extended periods, lifting moderate weights up to 50 lbs, moving goods around the warehouse and occasional need to ascend/descend stairs.

$24 - $28 an hour

The anticipated annual salary range for this job is based on prior experience in the role/industry, education, location, internal equity, and other job‑related factors as permitted by law. For remote‑based positions, this range may vary based on your local market. Full‑time employment positions will also be eligible to receive pre‑IPO equity and annual bonus, in addition to competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits, PTO, 401(k) plan, life and accidental death and disability coverage, and parental leave benefits. Other perks include subsidized daily lunches and snacks at our on‑site locations.

Who we are

We are driven by a passion for science and compassion for patients. We act with urgency to ensure our treatments are one day accessible to all who need them.

We live by our core values of passion, courage, and integrity. Excellence in our work means the chance to unlock a better quality of life for our patients, and with that comes tremendous responsibility.

We innovate on a path that hasn’t been paved. We embrace an entrepreneurial spirit and take calculated risks to achieve our mission. We aren’t afraid to ask “why not” and challenge the status quo.

We maintain a start‑up culture of camaraderie and leadership by example, regardless of title.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and recognize that celebrating our differences creates stronger, lasting solutions that better serve our team, our patients and their healthcare providers.

Notice to staffing firms

Orca Bio does not accept resumes from staffing agencies with which we do not have a written agreement and specific engagement for a particular opening. Our employment activities, inquiries and offers are managed through our HR/Talent team, and all candidates are presented through this channel only. We do not accept unsolicited resumes, and we rarely outsource recruitment.