Facilities Assistant

We are looking for a dependable Facilities Assistant to support shipping, receiving, and material flow activities for a biotech operation in Redwood City, California. This Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and brings strong accuracy, organization, and follow-through to daily logistics tasks. The person in this role will help ensure materials are received, documented, labeled, and sent out correctly while supporting laboratory and operations teams with time-sensitive requests.

Responsibilities:
• Manage inbound and outbound packages through carrier systems such as FedEx and related shipping platforms, ensuring timely and accurate processing.
• Create and apply shipping labels, barcodes, and required documentation with a high degree of precision.
• Coordinate domestic and international deliveries while following applicable shipping rules, company standards, and handling requirements.
• Check incoming goods against packing slips and purchase records, then route materials to the correct teams or individuals.
• Prepare items for dispatch using appropriate packaging methods, especially for fragile or sensitive laboratory-related materials.
• Maintain current shipping, receiving, and inventory logs to support traceability and day-to-day operational accuracy.
• Track stock levels for boxes, labels, and other shipping supplies, and help arrange replenishment before shortages occur.
• Support cycle counts, storage organization, and general warehouse orderliness to keep materials accessible and controlled.
• Work closely with laboratory and operations personnel to meet deadlines and respond to changing business priorities.
• Keep the shipping and receiving area clean, safe, and organized in alignment with workplace standards.

Qualifications:

• At least 2 years of experience in shipping and receiving, logistics, warehouse support, or a similar operational role.
• Hands-on experience with FedEx Ship Manager and familiarity with other carrier-based shipping tools.
• Knowledge of shipping paperwork, label creation, barcode processes, and package tracking procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and complete detail-sensitive work with minimal oversight.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities and meet required timelines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Excel.
• Effective communication skills and a service-oriented approach when supporting internal teams.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and perform routine physical duties related to shipping and receiving activities.

Compensation

$23.75-$27.50 Hourly

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