Meridian Bioscience is a fully integrated life science company that develops, manufactures, markets and distributes a broad range of innovative diagnostic products. We are dedicated to developing and delivering better solutions that give answers with speed, accuracy and simplicity that are redefining the possibilities of life from discovery to diagnosis. We are looking for talented and passionate individuals that help drive our vision. Our innovative culture will allow interested candidates to discover and create, through collaboration, cutting edge solutions to tough problems.

This position is responsible for all outbound shipments including picking, packing and processing. Verifies and maintains records on outgoing shipments.

Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:

Compares identifying information and counts, weighs or measures items of outgoing shipments to verify information against bills of lading, invoices, orders, etc.
• Picking, packing and processing all outgoing shipments.
• Post weights, shipping charges and prepare material for shipping.
• Palletizing, shrink-wrapping, loading preparing material for shipment.
• Maintain files and records of shipping documents for domestic and international transactions.
• Operates forklifts and order picker and all other warehouse equipment in a safe and cautious manner.
• Responsible for preparing documentation for hazardous material shipments.
• Responsible for stocking finished goods into slot locations in finished goods coolers, assuring proper storage.
• Comply with FDA, QSR and ISO regulations as required.
• Physically counts all items on daily cycle count list.
• May be required to work non-standard shifts and weekends to support department needs.

Other duties as assigned:

• Ability to walk up and down several flights of stairs throughout the work day in a multi-functional facility.
• Ability to lift, on a daily basis, up to 25 pounds of supplies or finished products.
• Possess a valid driver's license and ability to drive company vehicle (van).
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (lab coat, safety glasses, latex or nitrile gloves and hair net).
• Must be willing to package hazardous materials.
• Ability to work in refrigerator temperatures ranging from 2-8C.
• Must be able to analyze, concentrate and interpret processes routinely through the course of the work shift and remain focused in a fast-paced open environment throughout the course of the workday.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, stoop, reach, bend, push and pull carts and hand jacks throughout the course of the work shift.

Minimum Education or Equivalent Experience Required/Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• A minimum of two years prior experience in warehousing required.
• Previous FDA regulated environment experience preferred.
• Cross-training and proficiency on a least one other job function within the MBI Warehouse Department is preferred.

Competencies Required or preferred:

• Ability to read, understand and follow all company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and guidelines.
• Must be self-starter, detail oriented and organized and be able to prioritize and balance workloads and meet strict critical deadlines and perform under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be licensed to operate the forklifts and order picker.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills along with excellent customer service and satisfaction skills.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality requirements.
• Must be able to work additional hours outside the normal work shift to support department needs (evenings and weekends).
• Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team setting with peers and other departments in a cross functional setting.
• Computer proficiency (Word and Excel) previous materials handling applications (MAPICS) desirable.
• Must have basic math skills.
• Excellent problem solving, troubleshooting and analyzing skills.
• Must be certified to ship hazardous materials/DOT compliant

*We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. (USA Only)*