Logistics Specialist

With manufacturing sites across the US, UK, Germany, and Denmark, LGC Biosearch Technologies has plans to continue growing. We deliver critical genomics to our diverse customer base in molecular diagnostics, pharma/biotech, and agrigenomics. Our integrated portfolio of products, services, and expertise supports our purpose of Science for a Safer World, and we have embodied our mission by working with customers to enable research into life-altering treatments for disease and illness worldwide. We are currently seeking candidates who are up for the challenge of operating in a high-growth, hard-working organization.

At our site in Alexandria, Minnesota, we design, manufacture, test and provide service support of LGC, Biosearch Technologies laboratory instrumentation and consumables. Products produced and distributed from this location enable scientists to make the world a safer place and enables customers in areas such as developing and identifying new plant hybrids, testing and tracking of food products for food safety, and research to support human diagnostic testing. The Alexandria site represents a centre of excellence for Biosearch Technologies in the areas of Engineering, Manufacturing, and Field Service by supplying and supporting customers and team members around the world. Our services are accredited to the ISO 9001 quality standard.

Position Summary:

The Logistics Specialist I takes ownership of all aspects of shipping and receiving functions, within assigned department. This person will be responsible for material handling, shipping, receiving, organization/maintenance of ERP system, Kanban processes, and the upkeep of support documentation.  The Logistics Specialist I must be organized, motivated, and capable of problem solving.  They should possess strong communication skills since they will be supporting communications both internally and externally.  They need to work well independently and as part of a team.  They will support ISO processes and document maintenance. Personnel in this position will align with Purchasing, Production Control, Engineering, Tape Production, Instrument Production and Service. Performs other duties as required or assigned by management.

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential functions satisfactorily. 

Inventory Management: Responsible to take ownership of all aspects of our instrument parts inventory, kanban, and warehouse systems.  This will include parts stocking and delivery, upkeep of shelves and kanban bins, new part number set up, and ensuring accurate inventory counts within the ERP system. An annual audit will be performed to ensure accurate counts.

Receiving: This role manages functions for receiving of parts, including material handling, receiving paperwork, ISO requirements and returns.

Shipping: Coordinate the material handling, packaging, and routing of parts shipments to the shipping team. Including any paperwork needed to identify the shipment and its contents.

Communication: Works with suppliers, carriers, and other departments to obtain accurate arrival dates and shipment dates.  Informs relevant departments and personnel of status updates.  Prioritizes and relays the urgency of part shortages and/or shipments to appropriate parties.

Documentation/Database Support: This position requires a high level of focus to consistently improve and streamline processes as they align with other teams.  They identify value-added steps and processes to maximize efficiency, performance, and productivity.  Effectively communicates ideas to team manager and participates in resolution initiatives.  Documents, reviews, and updates critical processes to align with ISO compliance.

Other Duties as Assigned: Responds with flexibility and collaboration to the needs of the business by addressing important corporate initiatives when requested by management. All team members will be cross trained to help in other areas of the department.

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certification

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma
• Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates Degree
• 1-3 years’ experience in related field
• ERP systems knowledge
• Ability to operate a forklift

Competencies & Behaviours:

• Resonates and operates in line with LGC’s core value behaviors: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect.
• Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables.
• Excellent written and oral skills
• Organization skills, able to handle multiple projects
• Problem solving and process improvement skills
• Ability to review and analyze data
• Works closely with various departments

The typical pay range for this role is:

Minimum: $15.85 USD per hour

Maximum: $26.40 USD per hour

This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated salary range for the Minnesota based position. The actual base salary will depend on several factors such as: experience, skills, and location. T

his position is eligible for a discretionary bonus program. Participation in the bonus program is not guaranteed, and bonuses are awarded at the discretion of the company based on individual and company performance results.

Equal opportunities

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or parental, religion, or belief. Shortlisting, interviewing, and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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