Logistics Center Technician/Back-Up Driver - Stevenage

Cryoport Systems is the life science industry’s most trusted provider of supply chain solutions for temperature-sensitive materials, serving biopharmaceutical, IVF and surrogacy and animal health organizations around the world. Cryoport Systems' proprietary Cryoport Express® shippers, Cryoportal® Logistics Management Platform, leading-edge Smartpak™ Condition Monitoring System and geo-sensing technology paired with unparalleled logistics expertise and 24/7/365 customer support, make Cryoport Systems the end-to-end temperature controlled supply chain partner that you can trust.

POSITION SUMMARY 
The Logistics Center Technician/Back-up Driver primarily focuses on the receiving, cleaning, testing, inventory  control, and storage of Cryoport temperature-controlled shippers. This role is also responsible, as needed, for the pickup and delivery of Cryoport’s temperature-controlled shippers (also known as dewars) between Cryoport’s Logistics Center and client locations. The Logistics Center Technician/Back-up Driver is also responsible for the reliable transport of items to and from destinations while maintaining all safety standards and good record keeping, ensuring all operational activities are executed accurately and in a timely manner, in accordance with specific procedures and processes as defined in Work Instructions. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to)

• Perform the receipt and testing of all incoming temperature-controlled shippers.

• Perform all shipment processing in Company systems in accordance with Work Instruction and SOP

• Perform shipper cleaning process to ensure shippers maintain pharmaceutical elegance.

• Responsible for inventory cycle counts for fixed assets and consumable goods.

• Ensures all job-related paperwork is correct, error-free, and completed in real-time as per SOPs.

• Effectively communicate and correspond with other business units, clients, drivers, etc.

• Regularly check SOP's and work instructions for assigned Logistics Center activities.

• Practice safely operating mechanical equipment, including a forklift, pallet jack, and handcarts.

• Ensure all activities are carried out in accordance with health, safety, and

environmental statutory, regulatory, and company regulations.

• Works around hazardous substances and follows all safety guidelines to minimize exposure.

• Available for infrequent overtime work as necessary and to be willing to attend site, out of hours in the case of emergency or extraordinary work requirement.

• Assist in the supervision of temporary contract staff as required.

• To participate in client audits and facility presentations as needed.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES & PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to perform highly in a fast-paced environment.

• Willingness to continually embrace personal and professional development.

• Passion for and alignment with, Company's mission

• A change agent and strong collaborator who is not afraid of challenging status quo.

• An individual who brings strong core values, quality, ethics, and integrity

• A collaborative team player who embraces and champions the culture.

• Maintains a professional manner when problems/conflicts arise.

• Strong work ethic and ability to deliver results and meet commitments in a dynamic environment.

• Exceptional organizational and planning skills, strong analytical abilities, and process orientation

• Exceptional and dynamic communications skills with the ability to inspire and

influence people at all levels, build consensus and commitment, and effectively drive change throughout the organization at a rate that fits the corporate culture.

•  Exceptional organizational and planning skills, strong analytical abilities, and process orientation.  
•  Demonstrates a business process orientation to developing solutions.  
 
 
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS 
•  High School Diploma or GED  
•  Valid Driver’s license while operating company Vehicles 
•  Good driving record with no more than 2 traffic violations in the most recent 3-year period  
•  Proven working experience as a Delivery Driver  
•  Must be able to lift/carry up to 20-80 lbs.  
•  Frequent physical activity, i.e., walking, lifting, standing, cleaning, counting, etc.  
•  Must be able to effectively communicate in English.  
•  Proficient computer skills, specifically with Chrome/Edge and Microsoft Office Suite.  
•  Ability to operate hand tools and mechanical equipment.  
•  Prior experience with pick/pack, ship, receive deliveries and inventory control procedure, preferred.  
   
DRUG TEST  
This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing in accordance with our commitment to maintaining a safe, and  
drug-free workplace.