About Inventprise

At Inventprise, developing innovative and widely available vaccines is in our DNA. By producing targeted vaccines for populations worldwide, we're addressing global health inequalities and empowering people to live healthy lives—no matter where they live. Headquartered in Redmond, WA, our goal is to deliver affordable, effective vaccines at large-scale to Low and Middle Income Countries, as well as populations in the U.S. and around the world. Inventprise is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, where our people are inspired to do their best work. We’re proud to have some of the world’s most qualified industry scientists, researchers, and manufacturing professionals on our team, and strive to create a vibrant, dynamic presence in the Washington State Life Sciences environment.

What the Role Offers - Material Handler

The Material Handler performs tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, and distributing of products, materials, parts, supplies and equipment.

What You Need to Succeed

• Verify incoming and outgoing materials, raw material release/quarantine/rejected, handle and disposition of materials, and maintain inventory in a compliant state.
• Unpack and check materials received against purchase orders or invoices, maintains records of received goods, rejected and quarantine goods.
• Prepare and ship materials and/or finished goods.
• Examine, stock, and distribute materials in inventory and on manufacturing lines.
• Follow quality protocol by mitigating picking, shipping, or loading errors, palletize without damaging cartons, and ensuring customer pallets are in the best condition.
• Operate and use power equipment such as a forklift, hand tools and other devices operated in a warehouse environment.
• Follow and adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Follow and adhere to all safety procedures.
• Must be able to work well without supervision

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED Required.
• Driver's license.
• Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is an asset, training will be provided.
• Knowledge of safe handling of hazardous and temperature sensitive material
• Experience working in a production environment, ideally in a cleanroom setting.
• Knowledge of clean room procedures is an asset.
• Ability to take initiative, including asking for and offering help when needed; performs work independently without being prompted.
• Ability to prioritize and plan work activities. Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities. Ability to work within tight timelines. Ability to handle multiple tasks and organize.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality, accuracy, sterility, and aseptic technique.
• Basic computer and math skills.

Physical Demands:

• Frequently use of office equipment that requires manual dexterity to operate (i.e. computers, phones, etc.).
• Occasional carrying, handling, and reaching for objects up to 30 pounds.
• Frequently sit or stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands:

• Requires operational discipline to consistently focus and execute work-related tasks, with a minimum of human error and supervision. This involves self-checking of work immediately upon completion, and the ability to find / correct errors.
• Ability to elevate potential concerns/discrepancies to supervisors or management in a timely fashion.
• Ability to manage time effectively to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously required.
• Ability to use problem-solving techniques to ensure project goals are met.
• Effective communication skills both verbal and written are necessary to communicate within different departments and with external clients, maintaining a professional demeanor.
• Ability to adhere to ethical standards of conduct as well as applicable state and federal laws.

Working Conditions:

• This position is mainly performed in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to drive the company van between our Redmond and Woodinville facilities.
• Onsite position in Woodinville, WA. No remote or hybrid work is available for this position.
• Primarily this position involves working in an office environment.
• Occasional work in a temperature-controlled environment may be required.
• Ability to travel between facilities depending on business needs.
• Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises

Estimated Base Salary: $24.00 - $30.00 / Hourly DOE

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, or HSA : Inventprise contributes 80% toward the Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for the employee, and their enrolled spouse, and dependents. Medical plans are currently provided through Premera Blue Cross.
• 401(k) program : Inventprise offers both pre-tax 401(k) and post-tax Roth retirement savings plans, letting you decide how you want to save for the future. We also make an employer contribution of 3% of your total earnings each pay period, regardless of whether you contribute.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, in addition to paid holidays.
• Stock & Bonus Plans: Employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus and Stock plans.

Our People-First Philosophy

At Inventprise, you’ll be part of a world-class team working on innovative vaccines and technologies that have global impact. Our people are an integral part of our strategy, allowing us to grow as a company and improve our performance year-over-year.

Our company was built on the belief that by working together, we have the ability to make the world a better place and improve lives. We have a growth mindset and are constantly looking for ways to enhance our contributions to improve global health. We believe that when we support each other and set high standards, we are able to do our best work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Inventprise is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.