Shipper-Receiver

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JOB TITLE:  Shipper-Receiver

JOB CLASSIFICATION:  Full-Time

DEPARTMENT & SECTION:  Sample Logistics

LOCATION:  Bedford, NS

DESCRIPTION:

This role is critical to maintaining efficient laboratory operations and customer satisfaction. The Shipper-Receiver managers shipping and receiving, bottle order preparation, inventory management, disposal and driving related duties for all laboratory operations in support of the Sample Logistics team. This position also includes administrative functions.

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Key Accountability/Responsibilities:

• Process and fulfill bottle orders from LIMS, including preparation of blanks for orders
• Coordinate shipping of orders and arrange courier services for delivery
• Maintain accurate warehouse inventory for bottle orders and laboratory supplies, including tracking of bottle proofing and releasing bottle lots into production
• Receive, unpack, organize and distribute supplies to end users in a timely manner
• Receive and enter packing slips into FLEX system for Atlantic Canada locations; manage received scanned slips from other labs and maintain these documents in organized manner
• Manage laboratory item ordering in FLEX system; provide backup coverage for departmental ordering as required
• Retrieve Certificates of Analysis (CofA’s) for all products with lot numbers; apply labels to products accordingly.  Scan and enter all CofA’s for electronic storage
• Conduct and lead quarterly inventory counts
• Manage supplies for the lab including stationery, toner supplies, cleaning supplies.  Coordinate procurement and distribution
• Clean and maintain coolers
• Monitor and follow up with suppliers on delayed orders; obtain and communicate delivery dates
• Forward internal mail as required
• Perform sample disposal and delivery driving/pickups as required
• Ensure accuracy of data entry and inventory records
• Identify routine and non-routine problems and escalate to the Supervisor
• Adhere to Bureau Veritas’ quality systems QA/QC, SOPs and external accreditation requirements
• Adhere to Bureau Veritas’ safety policies and TDG regulations
• Ensure “Good Housekeeping” standards are met or exceeded
• All other responsibilities as assigned

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QUALIFICATIONS [Minimum Requirements]:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma required
• Warehouse experience is considered an asset
• Inventory management is considered an asset
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license required

Attributes:

• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently as well as engage others when required in escalation of concerns to meet the client needs or to best manage client disappointments
• Energetic and keen with a positive attitude who thrives in a fast-paced environment where multi-tasking, prioritizing and adapting to changes are required
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs
• Availability for shift work, OT and weekend work required

Working Conditions:

• High level of work production in fast-paced lab environment
• Flexible working hours, overtime and shift work
• Changing priorities and balancing workload to meet tight deadlines
• Some lifting and carrying (up to 40 lbs) and may involve long periods of standing
• Hazardous materials are handled using established safety procedures and appropriate equipment

Bureau Veritas is a world leader in testing, inspection and certification services.

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Our purpose: shaping a world of trust.

Guaranteeing quality, ensuring Health and Safety, mitigating risks and improving performance as well as environmental protection and social responsibility … This is what Bureau Veritas is about, truly believing that it contributes to bettering society.

Blending performance & integrity, with ambition & humility, responsibility & openness, we are proud that our people leave a mark on what they do.

We respect our people and believe in our talents.

We empower them to leave their mark, working as a team for the benefit of our 400,000 clients across 140 countries.

We believe that leaving a mark is a true challenge and opportunity for every one of us, a sign of trust and impact, a bond with the future, a proof of growth and development. 

Being part of the BV family, is more than just working, it’s being convinced that you will Leave your mark…. in shaping a world of trust.

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Effective June 1, 2026 the company will no longer be assisting with or approving any new requests for provincial nomination assistance. This policy is being implemented as a result of a change in our labour needs and a shift in the domestic job market.

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