Senior Repository Technician

$48,000 - $55,000/Yr

ATCC - Manassas, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Manassas, VA

Chemical Manufacturing

About the position

Ready to shape the future of science and global health? ATCC, a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, is seeking a Senior Repository Technician. The Senior Repository Technician supports warehouse tasks involving inventory management, storage, retrieval, and shipping of biological materials for commercial and government clients. This role will expose you to the biorepository industry standards. Shipping or warehouse experience could make you a great candidate for this job! Join ATCC and be part of a team that supports the global scientific community with trusted, authenticated biological materials.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain temperature-controlled storage systems
• Ensure inventory organization and wear proper PPE while obtaining biomaterials from repository freezers
• Partner with customer care to resolve customer inquiries and complaints
• Process incoming shipments and prepare samples for shipment
• Manage inventory and maintain biological materials in proper cold chain environment
• Perform functions following standard operating procedures and systematic data entry
• Maintain good documentation practices (GDP) and cGMP standards
• Mentor and train associate repository technicians to develop their skills

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent experience with 5+ years of relevant experience
• Some prior experience working with biological material in a life-science warehouse, shipping/handling, or inventory environment
• Ability to train or mentor other team members
• Attention to detail for batch or lot numbers and item number differentiation and counting
• ERP or inventory management system experience (ATCC uses AX or BSI)
• Ability to learn and follow quality control/assurance procedures
• Effective communication in English (both verbal and written)
• Strong organizational skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance & AD&D
• Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
• Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as Aflac, legal services, and pet insurance
• Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
• 401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
• Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
• Corporate bonus program