Operations Assistant

We are currently looking to add an Operations Assistant to our team in San Diego.
In this role you will be responsible for day-to-day operation activities including shipping, receiving, inventory upkeep, loading and/or packing, and equipment management.
Creating a positive impact to ensure productivity, excellent customer service, and efficient operations.
Our award-winning culture is friendly, collaborative, and supportive, providing endless opportunities for individuals to learn and grow, both personally and professionally.
At Microbiologics, we believe that "great vision without great people is irrelevant.
" That's why we are always looking for great people to join our dynamic, innovative company as we provide the highest quality biomaterials for a safer, healthier world.
What can I expect in this role? In this position, you will work Monday-Friday regular day time business hours.
Some key duties in this role include: Shipping: Responsible for following established shipping practices (software and multiple vendors).
Performs shipping activities, generates mailing labels, and shipping documents.
Pulls product for orders according to the work order and completes packaging for pick up.
Pack goods in Category B & A shipping containers according to IATA guidelines.
Ensure that all orders have been filled correctly, attention to detail is a must.
Keeps accurate records of all shipments (work orders and NetSuite fulfillment records).
Comply with record filing of all products shipped and received.
Inventory Management: Performs cycle counts and updates NetSuite accordingly.
Troubleshoots inventory discrepancies.
Maintains safety stock of critical materials or supplies and triggers re-ordering accordingly.
Audit storage and staging areas for optimum utilization of space management, protection to product, safety, environment, cleanliness, and inventory accuracy.
Prepares purchase requests based on cycle counts and NetSuite re-order trigger levels to support the purchase of lab, packaging, shipping, and office supplies for company from various suppliers.
Receives materials into the system according to established procedures.
Performs the initial inspection before properly labeling and releasing the materials from quarantine to the lab.
Participate in the layout, reorganization, and implementation of improved storage space, storage techniques, and material handling systems.
Maintains documentation of inventory for items and supplies.
Equipment: Schedules appropriate calibration, maintenance, and repair of equipment and works closely with QA to assist with equipment maintenance & calibrations.
Receives new equipment, completes appropriate paperwork to assign EQP number, set up in LIMS system, and release to laboratory.
Facilities/Administrative: Supports the maintenance of the facility, including handling or coordinating facility maintenance issues.
Maintain clean and orderly workspaces in both the lab and office and support the office as needed with filing and other activities.
Supports the Hazardous waste management and disposal according to regulation.
Ensures facility compliance with fire safety regulations.
Supports facility remodel / upgrade projects as required.
Follows implemented filing systems, both computer and paper versions to ensure documentation is maintained.
Assist in the cleanup and clean out of records and materials.
Participate actively in the planning and execution of company events Who is Microbiologics? Microbiologics is one of the fastest growing international biotechnology companies in the nation.
We are the world’s leading experts and go-to collaborators in biological products and services, focused on protecting the health and safety of people around the world.
For over 50 years, we have been partnering with healthcare and life science laboratories, manufacturers, and suppliers across the globe to co-create and provide biological control materials, assay services and consulting for microbiology, molecular diagnostics, and virology.
Headquartered in Saint Cloud, Minnesota, we have additional facilities in California, Kentucky, and Michigan.
What can we offer you? Glad you asked! We have a comprehensive benefits package that includes your standard benefits such as health and dental insurance, health savings account (company funded), life insurance, short and long-term disability, and a 401k program with a generous match to name a few.
In addition, we are proud to support our team and their families by offering daycare assistance, tuition reimbursement, bonus potential, a competitive compensation and benefits package, and plenty of opportunities for training and growth.
What makes you a good fit? Our goal is finding the right individual for our team – we firmly believe that the right person is someone to invest in and invite to join our family.
Here is what we are looking for: Education/Experience High School education required.
3 years previous related shipping and receiving experience in a shipping or production/manufacturing environment required.
1-2 years’ experience in inventory management/setup of warehouse.
If you have a passion for science, we encourage you to apply! #LI-CR1