Material Handler, Distribution/Production - MANNING ROAD

Job Description

Job Description

Nova Biomedical: One Global Brand. One Vision. Together under one name.

Advanced Instruments and Nova Biomedical are now united under one brand, Nova Biomedical , marking a major milestone in our journey to deliver greater value to our customers. By combining our strengths, we're accelerating innovation, supporting critical workflows, and delivering world-class service across the biopharmaceutical and clinical markets.

About the company

At Nova Biomedical, we’re not just building instruments, we’re powering breakthroughs that improve lives. Our smart, science-driven solutions are trusted in over 100 countries to speed drug development and enhance patient care.

Our integration brings together more than 70 years of scientific excellence with Nova’s cutting-edge innovation, forming a powerhouse of precision, purpose, and possibility. With FDA-registered, ISO-certified manufacturing, more than 125 FDA approvals, and industry-trusted diagnostics, we’re setting new standards in quality and reliability. Nova Biomedical is proud to be a global leader in osmolality testing and biotechnology and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) instrumentation, dedicated to advancing patient care and scientific discovery with a legacy that continues to shape the future of life sciences.

With headquarters in Norwood and Waltham, Massachusetts, and a global team of nearly 2,000 employees, we’re building a collaborative, empowered culture grounded in shared values: Customer Centricity, Ingenuity, Ownership & Accountability, Collaboration, and Integrity .

Working at Nova Biomedical means joining a mission-driven organization where your contributions matter. Whether you're in engineering, science, manufacturing, or support, you’ll be part of a team that values innovation, invests in your growth, and is committed to making a real-world impact on global health.

Explore what’s next with us at novabiomedical.com or aicompanies.com

About the role

This individual will play a key role in the support of manufacturing of high-volume Point of Care Test Strip manufacturing. Individual will be responsible for preparing materials required in maintaining a continuous supply of materials to the strip factory and packaging line. Operates various material handling equipment related to warehousing activities.

If you’re passionate about manufacturing and want to be part of a team that is shaping the future of life sciences, we’d love to hear from you, apply today!

What you’ll do

• Picking of production orders and timely delivery of materials needed for strip factory and packaging.
• Location integrity and FIFO (First In, First Out) practices must be used when picking, moving, or storing material.
• Perform cycle counts as needed.
• Processing receipts of raw materials.
• Shipping finished goods to customers using SAP/Process Weaver.
• Preparing finished goods pallets for inter-plant transfers.
• Consolidate raw materials, increasing space utilization.
• Competent with SAP Warehouse Management module, including use of barcode RF scanners for transactions.
• Keeping inventory accurate; locations neat and organized; warehouse clean.
• Put away materials from incoming inspection, receiving, and production floor.
• Help manage materials in the warehouse.
• Primary backup to Group Leader. Responsible for data entry, receiving, inter-plant transfers, shipping of finished goods (ASN manifest), and primary contact for distribution-related issues.
• Ensure a safe working environment, reporting unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Carry out any task assigned by management deemed relevant to the position.
• Back-fill within the department due to absenteeism or vacation of other employees.

What we are looking for in you

• Ability to operate specialized equipment typically used in warehousing.
• Strong attention to detail, following instructions from verbal and written procedures.
• Be a self-starter with the ability to work with little supervision and work in a team environment.
• Must be reliable and possess a positive, can-do attitude.
• Must have the ability to quickly adapt and learn new skills.
• Participation in continuous improvement activities.
• Must have a sense of urgency with strong time management skills.
• Knowledge of quality system requirements preferred.
• Knowledge of shipping domestically using UPS WorldShip and FedEx Café.
• Basic computer skills; Microsoft Office a plus.
• SAP experience strongly recommended .
• High standard for personal performance.

Physical Requirements for this role include:

• Ability to read and speak English.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions including standing, walking, lifting, and bending for an 8-hour shift.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. and be physically fit enough to climb ladders, operate a hand jack, and spend a lot of time on your feet.
• Forklift certification a plus.
• Knowledge and experience with Inventory Management Systems preferred.

• The full list of physical requirements for this role is available upon request.

Why work for Nova Biomedical

• Flexible Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage
• Competitive 401k company match
• Bonus Program, Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Generous Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development, engagement and events
• Company marketplace for lunch and snacks in our Norwood, MA and Billerica, MA offices
• Company subsidized cafeteria in our Waltham, MA office

Work Location: on-site in our Billerica, Manning Road facility

Targeted Salary Range: $22 - $24/hour

Working Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Nova Biomedical believes in transparency and integrity throughout all we do, including compensation. The provided salary range for this role represents the expected base salary or hourly rate for this opening. Actual compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and may vary based on individual factors such as location, skills, and education.

EEO Statement:

Nova Biomedical takes pride in being an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse and inclusive workforce. As a part of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, Nova Biomedical will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

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