Materials Coordinator - Slingshot Biosciences
Emeryville, CA
About the Job
Our north star is to make healthcare more accessible around the world. We are doing this by advancing cell biology to develop innovative solutions for human health.
Founded in 2012, and located in one of the largest biotech hubs in the world, Slingshot Biosciences is a growing life sciences company with a platform technology and paradigm-shifting mission to make synthetic cells the gold standard for all cell-based applications. We currently have a suite of products that allow for rapid, stable instrument deployment and are poised to make headway into clinical markets with controls for engineered cell therapies.
At Slingshot, we value diversity and believe that a variety of backgrounds and experiences leads to more innovative ideas and a better understanding of our customers. Passion is at the core of our values, and employees are encouraged to pursue their passions in their work and contribute to the company's overall mission.
We desire motivated team members who appreciate the freedom to be creative and think outside the box to solve problems. We offer an environment where employees are empowered to take ownership of their work, and have the ability to quickly contribute new ideas and iterate on current processes. In everything we do, we are dedicated to delivering top-quality products and services to our customers which ultimately makes a significant impact on patient care.
We're looking for a Materials Coordinator to join our team and help us manage our next portfolio of synthetic cell products. You will be working across receiving, shipping, inventory management/purchasing. Your primary objective is to support our manufacturing team. The responsibilities include purchasing, receiving inspection of raw materials, shipping semi finished and finished goods, fulfilling work orders, shipping products to the customers. We are a small but growing team and the applicant must be comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Self-motivated and driven applicants are encouraged to apply. This is a non-exempt position.
Responsibilities:
- Work in a cross functional team within Manufacturing, and other departments as needed.
- Manufacturing activities (such as warehouse operations, shipping)
- Inventory management, organization and maintenance within the warehouse, shipping and receiving area.
- Enter and track raw materials and/or consumables information in the Inventory Management system.
- Maintain and store all shipping, receiving and other pertinent records per company policies.
- Ship products to the customers, coordinating with carriers and vendors as needed
- Assist with purchasing consumable and providing raw/inventoried materials for manufacturing & R&D operations as needed
- Maintain inventory and perform physical inventory counts
- Perform receiving inspections and release materials according to the written procedures
- Support product investigations and report discrepancies according to procedures
- Track all incoming materials including reporting and quarantine of damaged or expired items
- Ensure compliance with laboratory health and safety guidelines for self
- Responsible for maintaining training records for self up to date.
- Identify blockers and bring up issues and concerns related to manufacturing activities
- Occasional driving required, to drop off packages at express shipping facilities.
- Other tasks as assigned
Requirements:
- Background in warehouse, inventory management, shipping, planning, scheduling is required
- Attention to detail and excellent communication skills/systems
- Experience in Inventory Management Software or ERP is highly desirable
- Be willing to work in a fast paced environment
- Must be a team player. Be flexible as part of a growing startup company.
- Project Management experience is a plus
- High School Diploma or equivalent
We offer competitive salary and benefits packages and a dynamic work environment that encourages professional growth and development. If you are a highly motivated individual with a passion for start-up environments, please apply today! Our salary ranges are calculated by role and level. Your position within that range will be determined by your job-related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant education, and training/certifications. The base salary range for this full-time position is between $20/hr. - $25/hr. + equity + benefits.
What we offer at Slingshot:
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- Stock Option Plan
- Paid Time Off (Vacation & Sick)
- Family Leave
- Life Insurance
- Fully stocked break room with food, snacks and beverages
Slingshot Biosciences requires employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they have an approved medical or religious accommodation. Proof of such vaccination will be required as part of the hiring process.
Slingshot Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.