What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver / Warehouse Assistant position at Cryoport Systems?
Cryoport, Inc. is redefining temperature controlled supply chain support for the life sciences industry by continually broadening its platform of solutions, serving the biopharma, reproductive medicine and animal health markets.
CRYOPDP has been dedicated to finding solutions for the transport of time- and temperature-sensitive products in the life science and healthcare industries for more than 25 years. CRYOPDP covers more than 220 countries and territories and the entire temperature-controlled supply chain: packaging, pick pack kit preparation, express service and specialist courier. They are proud to be the preferred logistics partner of the life science industry and healthcare professionals for more than 4,000 companies worldwide.
Overall Mission
The Driver & Warehouse Assistant will report to the Operations Manager, focusing on the pick-up and delivery of Bluebird/CRYOPDP's temperature-controlled shipments between the warehouse and client locations (including airport drops and recoveries).
Main Contribution
Primary Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Stock control, including periodic cycle counts of product and packaging material
- Preparing & conditioning TCP, including handling of phase change materials
- Recording data and all information regarding temperature-controlled packaging
- Physically picking and packing materials
- Load, unload, prepare, inspect, and operate delivery vehicle
- Assist with preparing and charging vapor shipping tanks (dry shippers) with liquid nitrogen, according to charging and safety procedures
- Communicate directly with clients during delivery and pick-up assignments
- Comply with all TSA Regulations (i.e.; planned route, lock vehicle at all times, etc.)
- Complete driver logs and reports as assigned
- Receive empty dry shippers; clean, sanitize, and make ready for next use
- Comply with quality & safety guidelines for handling materials and operating equipment
- Deliver a wide variety of items to different addresses and through different routes
- Follow routes and schedule
- Ask for feedback on provided services and resolve clients’ complaints
- Follow DOT regulations and safety standards
- Ensure all traffic laws are observed
- Ensure safety precautions are implemented and maintained during transit and while in the warehouse
- Perform other duties as assigned
Working hours
Standard shift is Monday to Friday, but due to the nature of our 24/7 operation this position will be required to assist with occasional out-of-hours and weekend cover.
Specific Experience & Knowledge Required
- Safety culture and quality-oriented
- Clean Driving record, free of moving violations for 3 years prior
- Ability to operate forklifts and tractors in all weather and traffic conditions
- Familiar with airline documentation and TSA Regulations
- Experience with major airlines and their processes when tendering and recovering shipments.
- Experience with TSA Security measures as per TSA Security Training offerings
- Ability to learn and operate data logger devices, handheld scanners, and other power equipment as directed
- Working knowledge in cold chain management/strong in cold chain facilities (willing to train)
Interpersonal Skills Required:
- Rigorous attention to detail
- Highly organized with and above average prioritization skills
- Able to communicate with clarity and impact
- Strong customer service orientation with a high sense of urgency
- Collaborative Team player
- Flexible and adaptable
Compensation: $26 hour
CRYOPDP is an Equal Opportunity employer offering competitive compensation and exceptional benefits including health, dental, vision, disability insurances, 401K match and company equity (Nasdaq:CYRX).
Salary : $26
