Shipping Associate
Synthego
Redwood City, CA, USA
Posted on May 31, 2025
We are looking to welcome a new Synthegoat to the herd! The team is searching for a detail-oriented team player to execute daily shipping responsibilities.
As a shipping associate, you will be responsible for the creation of shipping documents and working hands-on to fulfill orders in a timely manner. This role requires a strong attention to detail, a desire to learn and adapt to new processes, and familiarity with shipping biological and synthetic materials. All of these skills are put together to provide high quality products in a fast turnaround time for our customers.
The shift for this role is Monday-Friday and based onsite out of Redwood City, CA
What You'll Do:
- Coordinate with operations, quality and commercial operations to ensure daily orders are picked, packed, and shipped on-time
- Generate domestic and international shipping documents, packing slips, shipping labels, and BOLs documents through DHL/FedEx/ WC automated system or manually, as required to meet Synthego shipping requirements (As per GMP Shipping SOP in case of GMP orders)
- Properly package and manifest packages and boxes as required to ensure product integrity throughout the transportation cycle to intended destination globally
- File and maintain records of shipping documents per departmental guidelines
- Inspect finished product for defects and verify accuracy of order contents and documentation prior to packaging and shipment
- Ensure all product specified documents necessary for shipment are accurate and accompany shipment in transit
- Ensure all applicable shipping compliance regulations are upheld
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels of packaging materials such as boxes, labels, ice bricks, other raw materials and dry ice
- Maintain a safe workplace in compliance with all company policies
- Process certified mail and shipping packages for internal customers (HR, legal,FSE, Quality and finance departments) as needed
About You:
- 2+ years of experience in similar role with increasing responsibilities
- Proficient with MS Office, GSuite, Smartsheets, and ability to learn new software
- Able to balance multiple priorities, Pay attention to detail, while maintaining a high level of accuracy
- Works well under time constraints
- Thrives in a fast paced environment
- Team player, able to interact with various functions within the business
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to lift 50-75lbs
- Experience with domestic and international cold chain shipping
Company Perks & Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 401k Program
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible paid time off
- Catered lunches on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Our Mission
Synthego® is a pioneering force in the biotechnology industry, dedicated to advancing the frontiers of CRISPR cell and gene therapies through cutting-edge CRISPR technology and expertise. Our mission is to provide unparalleled access to CRISPR solutions at scale, empowering applications from Discovery to Clinic. Driven by a visionary approach, we strive to accelerate the therapeutic development process with best-in-class CRISPR solutions, simplified licensing & expert guidance, driving the adoption and success of CRISPR-based therapies to benefit all patients.