LGC Standards is a division of LGC Group, the UK’s designated National Measurement Institute for chemical and bioanalytical measurements. We are a leading global manufacturer and service provider of quality assurance and research tools, supporting analytical needs in more than 120 countries worldwide. We use our expertise to produce to the highest standards, including ranges produced under ISO/IEC 17025 and accredited to ISO 17034. Our wide range of reference materials and proficiency testing schemes is complemented by our experience in outsourcing and customs, enabling us to adapt quickly to provide tailored solutions that meet our customers’ analytical needs. We innovate and apply science in order to ensure the safety and integrity of products and services, in line with our vision of science for a safer world.

The Charleston LGC Group site manufactures Reference Materials (RM’s) and Certified Reference Materials (CRM’s) to support the environmental, food safety, forensic, public health, petrochemical and industrial hygiene industries. The site also manufactures environmental sampling products.

The Logistics & Waste Technician performs both clerical and physical tasks related to the pick, check, and ship (PCS) system and waste management operations. This role is responsible for packaging and shipping products, samples, and other miscellaneous items in compliance with DOT/IATA regulations, as well as receiving and distributing all incoming goods.

The technician follows established procedures when performing routine, day‑to‑day tasks. For non‑routine or complex issues, the technician receives specific guidance from the Team Lead or Supervisor. Additionally, this role may provide direction and coordination to other team members involved in PCS activities.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following essential functions satisfactorily

• Pick, check and ship products.
• Assist with the inventory of finished products.
• Ensure the finished products are placed in the proper storage location.
• Document the location of the finished products in FileMaker system.
• Verify that products pulled for shipping are accurately filled and include the correct certificate of analysis by comparing items and quantities of goods gathered for shipment against documents.
• Package and ship products correctly and according to applicable International Compliance and Federal Regulations including but not limited to ITAR, DOT and IATA.
• Provide Customer Service with product and service information.
• Receive and inspect incoming packages.
• Ensure daily hazardous waste transfer from satellites to accumulation areas.
• Operate Forklift as needed.
• Maintain waste supplies.
• Keeps the waste area clean and helps to ensure all documentation is current.
• Assist in maintaining the eBinder functionality as needed.
• Take a role in Incident/Spill Response Team.
• Conscientiously learns requirements of the ISO 17034 & 17025 quality management system and diligently follows the terms of a quality contract, which describes the relevance and importance of the employee’s work to the achievement of LGC’s quality objectives.
• Logistics & Waste Technicians may be expected to work in the Packaging department as needed under the supervision of trained packaging personnel.
• Exemplify the LGC core values on a day-to-day basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Adherence to company Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) policy.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma required
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, and Excel

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates of Science degree preferred
• 1-3 years of production experience is a plus, preferably in a chemical, medical, or environmental setting
• Experience working in an ISO 17034 & 17025 facility
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Competencies:

• Resonates and operates in line with LGC’s core value behaviors: Passion, Curiosity, Integrity, Brilliance, and Respect.
• Promotes cooperation and commitment within a team to achieve goals and deliverables.
• Works effectively as part of a team
• Excellent verbal and communication skills
• High level of attention to detail
• Ability to stay on task and work independently
• Ability to adapt and change priorities upon direction

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Physical demands are normal for a laboratory, warehouse, or workshop environment as defined below.

ABOUT LGC:

LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range. 

OUR VALUES

• PASSION
• CURIOSITY 
• INTEGRITY
• BRILLIANCE
• RESPECT

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES 

LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.

For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com

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