Sr Material Handler
The Sr. Material Handler supports warehouse, inventory, and logistics operations to ensure accurate and timely handling of laboratory products and customer orders. This role involves receiving shipments, fulfilling orders, coordinating shipping activities, managing inventory, and maintaining communication with customer care to provide order updates. The position requires physical stamina, strong organizational skills, and a customer-focused approach in a fast-paced, onsite environment.
About Careertakes
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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Summary
Confidential Client is seeking a Sr. Material Handler for a 3-month, onsite temporary assignment in South Waltham, MA. This role supports daily warehouse, inventory, and logistics operations for laboratory and distribution supplies. The position is Monday–Friday with shift options of 8:00 AM–4:30 PM or 8:30 AM–5:00 PM.
What You’ll Do
- Receive inbound shipments, inspect deliveries, and put away products, equipment, and shipping materials.
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment (lab kits, instruments, and related supplies).
- Coordinate parcel and freight shipments with FedEx and other third‑party carriers.
- Perform inventory tracking and periodic cycle counts for lab and distribution stock.
- Work with lab coordinators to replenish reagents and supplies required for operations.
- Ensure internal and external orders are correctly processed from initiation to completion.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of logistics and storage areas.
- Communicate order status and lead times to customer care specialists.
- Troubleshoot and resolve routine logistical issues with a customer‑first approach.
Qualifications
- Excellent communication, time management, planning, and organizational skills.
- Ability to problem solve and perform well under time pressure.
- Strong team player, quick learner, and flexible with day‑to‑day tasks.
- High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
- Comfortable standing and moving for extended periods and frequently lifting boxes/materials weighing 10–50 lbs.
- Entry-level friendly — prior experience in material handling or logistics is a plus but not required.
Assignment Details
- Location: South Waltham, MA (on-site)
- Duration: 3 months (temporary assignment)
- Work schedule: Monday–Friday; 08:00 AM–04:30 PM or 08:30 AM–05:00 PM
- Pay: $20.00–$25.00 per hour
- Employment type: Temporary / Full‑time (assignment)
Why Apply (Candidate Benefits)
- Work on-site supporting scientific/lab supply logistics with a market-competitive hourly rate.
- Short-term assignment — useful for gaining logistics experience in a lab/distribution setting.
- Opportunity to access additional matched openings via the Careertakes platform.
Additional Notes
- Confidential Client (the hiring organization) and Careertakes are committed to safe, lawful hiring practices across all U.S. states where this role is posted.
- Reasonable accommodations available for applicants with disabilities — please indicate accommodation needs during the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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