Warehouse Operator

AbCellera is breaking the barriers of conventional drug development to propel antibody-based medicines from target to clinic. We are a team of scientists, engineers, creatives, and business professionals who believe that advancing science enhances lives. We have developed technologies to unlock high-value drug targets, including antibody-drug conjugates and T-cell engagers for cancer, and complex transmembrane proteins for indications such as metabolic and endocrine conditions, pain, and autoimmunity.

We are looking for a highly motivated Warehouse Operator to join the materials management team at AbCellera. In this capacity, you will be a key member of the warehouse team responsible for ensuring the overall success of warehouse operations, including receiving, inspection, inventory control, storage, replenishment, packing, staging, shipping, and maintaining a safe and lean work environment. You will also work closely with your peers in Quality, Manufacturing and Logistics to ensure efficient warehouse operations, and seamless information flow through SAP. 

How you might spend your days

• Performing daily warehouse activities such as receiving, inspecting and storing materials, items, and products to ensure they are sorted, labeled, and stored properly and in compliance with AbCellera’s standards and policies 
• Loading and unloading shipments, ensuring proper documentation and handling 
• Handling order-picking, packing, and staging activities to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment 
• Appropriately transporting  the shipment of goods, accurately preparing bills of lading, and ensuring proper packaging of goods 
• Safely operating equipment, such as forklifts, reach trucks, battery charging equipment, pallet wrappers, pallet changers, compactors, dock levelers, etc. 
• Utilizing several devices such as Radio frequency technology (RFID), scanners, and others to read barcodes and transfer product information, quantities and location information directly into our warehouse management system 
• Performing regular inventory counts, reconciling discrepancies, monitoring stock levels, and coordinating replenishment activities to avoid shortages 
• Processing production orders and delivering on time
• Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives to enhance warehouse efficiency and reduce waste

We’d love to hear from you if

• You hold a high school diploma or equivalent and an associate degree in logistics, supply chain management, or a related field 
• You have proven experience in warehouse operations, preferably in a similar role 
• You have experience in a GMP/GDP environment 
• You have a strong understanding of inventory management, logistics, and warehouse processes 
• You have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• You have experience in SAP or similar ERP systems 
• You are physically able to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods, including lifting and standing
• You are comfortable working in a warehouse environment, including exposure to varying temperatures (e.g., cold room from 2º to 8º C) 
• You are available to work shifts, including occasional evenings and weekends 
• You hold a Forklift certification or are able to obtain one 

What we offer

AbCellera’s hiring range for this role is CAD $54,500 - $68,000 annually, commensurate with your education and job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to base salary, we offer equity, annual bonus dependent on team and company performance, and a 6% (non-match) RRSP contribution. 

You will have a CAD $1,500 annual Active Lifestyle Allowance, annual vacation, professional development opportunities, and comprehensive health benefits. Scientific and technical mentorship is a priority. And you’ll find we prioritize teams and social groups to build community and connections across AbCellera.

About AbCellera

AbCellera is a global company that discovers and develops antibody-based medicines that help people live longer, happier, and more productive lives. We are focused on bringing innovative medicines to patients, both by advancing our internal pipeline of programs and partnering with companies that have novel science or innovative technology.

And it all starts with our team. We’ve built a place where people feel they are part of something bigger than themselves. A place that exists to push the limits of science and technology, and aims to bring better therapies to patients.

We look for people with drive and energy. Idealists. People we love and people we trust. This may be unconventional, but it is the key to our success.