Materials Handler, Facility Operations

POSITION TITLE: Materials Handler, Facility Operations

REPORTING LOCATION: Rockville, MD

REPORTS TO: Manager, Facility Operations

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE: The Materials Handler supports research operations by receiving, inspecting, documenting, storing, and distributing laboratory supplies, research materials, biological specimens, and facility inventory while maintaining compliance with GLP/GCLP standards, company procedures, and applicable safety regulations. This role ensures inventory accuracy, timely material availability, and excellent internal customer service to support scientific operations.

DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRODUCTIVITY EXPECTATIONS:

• Receive, inspect, verify, document, and distribute incoming laboratory supplies, equipment, chemicals, biological materials and research specimens.
• Verify packing slips, purchase orders, shipping documentation, and report discrepancies or damages.
• Record receipts in inventory/procurement systems and notify end users promptly.
• Store materials appropriately, including ambient, refrigerated, frozen, hazardous, flammable, and controlled-access inventory.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and perform routine cycle counts and physical inventories.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate replenishment needs.
• Receive, document, and store research samples in accordance with GCLP/GLP requirements and SOPs.
• Maintain clean, organized receiving, storage, and supply areas using 5S and Lean principles.
• Safely handle hazardous chemicals and biological materials in accordance with OSHA and company procedures.
• Support internal shipments, movement of laboratory equipment, and other facility logistics activities.
• Participate in process improvements and assist with SOP updates as assigned.
• Support regulatory inspections and audits by maintaining complete and accurate documentation.