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JOHN M. ARTHUR

Material Handler Associate
Germantown,MD

Summary

Experienced Laboratory Animals Husbandry Technician, Stock Clerk and inventory management, Supply Chain Clerk with over Ten years of Biotechnology experience. Knowledgeable in Federal regulations such as FDA, Good Laboratory Practice (GLP/ cGMP). Recognized as a dependable, Team-player, reliable employee with excellent organization skills. Able to work independently or in a team within a fast-paced environment.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Shipping & Receiving Associate

AstraZeneca
05.2025 - Current
  • Receiving, inspecting and documenting incoming shipment verifying the content of shipment against purchasing orders or packing slip.
  • Scanning, counting, logging of all goods entering loading dock in according to Standard Operation Procedure.
  • Load and unloading of trucks/trailers using material handling equipment such as power and manual pallet jack, hand truck etc.
  • Reporting all discrepancies on goods received such as damaged, shortage, leakage to purchasing /requester as needed.
  • Preparing material for shipment by packaging and labeling, such as bill of lading and invoice. checking rates and routes in making determination on best shipping methods for materials.
  • Keep warehouse clean and orderly in compliance with company health and safety procedure and regulations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Produce stock Clerk

Giant Food Inc
02.2001 - Current
  • Restock and rotated produce merchandise on the store shelves daily.
  • Ensured product freshness by consistently checking quality and removing any damaged and expired items from the sales floor.
  • Organizing, cleaning shelves and work areas assisted customers in locating specific produce items, ensure to provide excellent customer service to the customer .
  • Loading and unloading delivery trucks and Organized stockroom layout for efficient retrieval and storage of products.
  • Handling equipment related to job position consisting of manual and electric pallet jacks and door levers to accomplish the task of stocking items.
  • Guided junior staff on re-stocking procedures and safe handling of equipment use.
  • Ability to work in a wet and cold environment and able to lift 50 pounds.
  • Perform all physical aspects of the job such as lifting, squatting and climbing ladders.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Material Handling Associate II

Areclix Inc
01.2024 - 08.2024
  • Receive incoming material, client sample, verify for damage and distribute all incoming material to the requestors/department within the company in timely manner.
  • Unload incoming Truck and sign paperwork upon receipt compare material to the packing slip with the purchase order to verify accuracy of shipment.
  • Manage and organize/clean the inventory department area and replenishing for dedicated storage including Kanban locations and maintain inventory accuracy all time.
  • Work closely with finance department for any purchase order issues and to ensure all incoming shipment are received in the SAP System.
  • Ensure the outgoing shipment were properly package identified the shipping information are correct according to the SOP’s.
  • Other responsibilities are changes Co2 and Liquid Nitrogen tanks.
  • Operate Material handling equipment (e.g. Pallet Jack, Hand Truck and dock lever
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Supply Chain Associate

Charles River Labs
07.2021 - 09.2023
  • Received materials, client samples and internal finished goods on daily basis with the expectation to ensure that items were accounted for and property stored. And that appropriate documentation is present (e.g. packing slip, COA, COC,etc.) Maintained stock accuracy at all times through timely system maintenance such as participation in physical counting and routing disposal programs.
  • Ensure all material are received and stored in controlled material storage locations to ensure cGMP compliance.
  • Tracked and monitored purchase orders, deliveries and invoicing to verify accuracy and compliance.
  • Trained junior staff in supply chain best practice and system usage.
  • Performed and supported inter-site shipment of samples/material via internal or courier transportation.
  • Perform receiving of controlled and non-controlled materials following SOPs.
  • Process Buffer Releases and Autoclaves materials for GMP production.
  • Maintain inventory control of inflow of GMP materials for production use.
  • Distribute controlled material to manufacturing following FEFO and complete the required documentation to ensure material is picked and distributed.
  • Kept stock areas clean, tidy and organized according to facility requirements.

Material Handler II

Millipore Sigma
03.2018 - 07.2020
  • Received material, client’s samples and internal finished goods for proper storage Requirement.
  • Examined, Store, pulled and delivered cGMP materials according to established procedures customers’ requirements.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Monitored product quality during handling, identifying discrepancies and reporting issues promptly.
  • Performed and supported inter-site shipment of samples/materials via internal or courier transported. Prepared routing documentation.
  • Operate material handling equipment (e.g. Electric and pallet jack, and duck lever etc.).
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Animal Husbandry Tech I,II,III

BioReliance Corp
07.2007 - 03.2018
  • Directed junior husbandry staff in responsibilities and tasks of animal care and handling to ensure proper treatment and compassion for animals in the facility.
  • Provided training in daily husbandry and cage wash activities by mentoring staff and working with them in a team environment.
  • Participated in training for GLP and safety procedures to reduce incidents of errors and accidents improving the lab's adherence as a safety-first environment.
  • Participated in training as a Laboratory Technician I by taking on more responsibilities such as animal observations, weighing and food consumption.

Receiving Clerk

BioReliance Corp
03.2003 - 06.2007
  • Ensured that shipments were properly packaged, identified and shipping information completed and loaded into transportation vehicles.
  • Prepared and kept records of goods/shipments received and checked for damaged goods.
  • Followed procedures for delivering animals, eggs and specimens within the laboratory.
  • Ensure the goods are appropriately identified for routing to departments within the company.
  • Other responsibilities are changes Co2 and Liquid Nitrogen tanks.
  • Assured the U.S. and interoffice mail was picked up and distributed in a timely fashion.

Education

BA - Accounting

Placid Secretarial Academy

Skills

  • Attention to Details
  • Excellent Writing & Communication Skills
  • Creativity & Interpersonal Skills
  • Planning and Organizing Skills
  • Warehouse Equipment
  • Problem Solving
  • Microsoft office
  • GLP/GMP
  • SAP /ERP System
  • Ability to lift object weight 50 Lb

Awards

Brite Gold,Silver & Bronze Award |BioReliance, Recognition of Individuals and Teams for Excellence Award.

Affiliations

  • AALAS | National Capitol Area Branch
  • American Association for Laboratory Animals Science

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Shipping & Receiving Associate

AstraZeneca
05.2025 - Current

Material Handling Associate II

Areclix Inc
01.2024 - 08.2024

Supply Chain Associate

Charles River Labs
07.2021 - 09.2023

Material Handler II

Millipore Sigma
03.2018 - 07.2020

Animal Husbandry Tech I,II,III

BioReliance Corp
07.2007 - 03.2018

Receiving Clerk

BioReliance Corp
03.2003 - 06.2007

Produce stock Clerk

Giant Food Inc
02.2001 - Current

BA - Accounting

Placid Secretarial Academy