Logistics Specialist I
Penumbra
Summary
At Penumbra, Logistics Specialists have been recognized for going above and beyond the call of duty to respond to urgent requests to process shipments in emergency situations, and thus have played a critical role in saving patients' lives.
Job description
We are currently hiring for the 9am-5:30pm shift.
What You’ll Work On
- Maintain the accuracy and control of material receipts, raw material and finished goods inventory locations.
- Maintain accurate logs and files for receipts, lot control, and daily shipments.
- Process domestic and international shipments consisting of pulling the order, entering data into the computer system and scheduling carrier pick up.
- Update and maintain cycle counting on a routine basis with other staff members.
- Process daily shipment reports, Issue materials to production floor and maintain material traceability.
- Build pallets for product sterilization, and coordinates shipments to the sterilizing facility.
What You Contribute
- The desire to be part of a dynamic, fast-paced environment where there's something new to learn every day.
- A High School diploma or GED
- 1+ years of experience in shipping, receiving or inventory control helpful but not required.
- Computer experience; facility with Microsoft Office tools and inventory management software.
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Knowledge of GMP very helpful.
- The ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Working Conditions
Shipping/Receiving, Stores Warehouse, and cleanroom environments. Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Requires some lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms, and to use a computer, sitting for extended periods. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to read, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- 1+ years of experience in shipping, receiving or inventory control helpful but not required
- Computer experience; facility with Microsoft Office tools and inventory management software
- Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Knowledge of GMP very helpful
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Company Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
Company overview
Penumbra, Inc. is a global medical device company headquartered in Alameda, California, specializing in innovative interventional therapies for challenging vascular conditions. Founded in 2004 by Arani Bose and Adam Elsesser, the company has established itself as the world's leading thrombectomy company, focusing on developing advanced technologies for ischemic stroke, pulmonary embolism, and acute limb ischemia treatment. Penumbra's flagship technology is Computer Assisted Vacuum Thrombectomy (CAVT), a revolutionary platform that combines sophisticated algorithms with maximum aspiration power to enable rapid, safe, and effective blood clot removal. The company's product portfolio includes the Lightning Flash, Lightning Bolt, and Penumbra ENGINE systems, which are designed to address thrombus removal from head-to-toe with unprecedented speed and precision. Operating in over 100 countries, Penumbra supports healthcare providers through its direct sales organization and distributor networks, consistently delivering clinical innovations that improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs. As a publicly traded company on the NYSE (PEN) with approximately 4,200 employees, Penumbra continues to pioneer advancements in endovascular care while maintaining a strong commitment to research and development in the medical device sector.