Logistics Tracking Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

• Production Associate Roles: Must have visual acuity of 20/20 (corrected or uncorrected) and normal color vision to safely perform critical tasks such as visual inspection of materials, equipment, and labeling, including distinguishing color-coded components in a GMP environment.
• Most roles must be able to meet cleanroom gowning requirements, including wearing full gowning (face coverings, gloves, hoods, goggles) for extended periods, as needed. Use of cosmetics (makeup, painted nails), jewelry, or facial piercings is not permitted in the cleanroom, and any skin conditions that cause shedding must be disclosed.

• Many roles must be able to work at either Orca Bio Sacramento location (3400 Business Dr. or 7910 Metro Air Pkwy) based on operational needs, as well as regularly participate in video-based meetings. Also, may be required to work scheduled overtime, weekends, or holidays based on business needs.

• Schedule couriers to facilitate donor cell pickups and deliveries to Orca Bio manufacturing sites in Sacramento.
• Coordinate outbound shipments of patient drug products to recipient sites.
• Manage flight and travel logistics for couriers, liaising with airlines and travel providers.
• Actively monitor shipments and proactively resolve any delays or issues in real time.
• Communicate changes urgently and professionally with all impacted stakeholders.
• Partner with clinical schedulers and commercial case managers to troubleshoot and triage non-routine issues during transports.
• Ensure all documentation and compliance requirements for pickups and deliveries are met.
• Support communication flow between internal teams, couriers, and external partners to ensure secure and timely deliveries.
• Liaise with third-party couriers and troubleshoot transportation issues as they arise.
• Review and approve courier invoices; assist in performance tracking and optimization.
• Contribute to training materials and ensure the courier team remains compliant and current.
• Continuously evaluate and improve logistics workflows to support operational scalability.
• Participate in on-call coverage during active courier transports to handle non-routine issues.
• Assist with additional logistics and operations-related projects as needed.

• Bachelors degree and 2–3 years of relevant logistics experience required. B.S. in biology, life sciences, or logistics preferred.
• Proven success in logistics coordination, preferably in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with handling biological materials and associated transportation regulations is a plus.
• Proficiency in logistics tracking systems or software required.

• Logistics or courier coordination in fast-paced, time-sensitive industries (e.g., healthcare, biotech, or medical transport).
• Working with regulated materials, such as biological specimens or pharmaceuticals, with knowledge of chain-of-custody, IATA, or DOT compliance.
• Real-time problem-solving and communication during transport disruptions or delays.
• Managing relationships with vendors, third-party couriers, airlines, and internal stakeholders simultaneously.
• Exposure to continuous improvement efforts, workflow scaling, or SOP development.
• Familiarity with logistics tools and platforms such as shipment tracking systems, Google Workspace, Smartsheet, or equivalent.
• Prior Dispatcher experience

• Highly detail-oriented, with an unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and compliance.
• Takes ownership and drives forward without waiting for instruction.
• Is naturally curious, eager to learn, and energized by solving problems.
• Brings creative solutions to unexpected challenges.
• Is comfortable juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced, startup environment.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Works both independently and collaboratively with a team-first mindset.
• Stays calm under pressure and adapts quickly to change.
• Embraces a positive attitude, a collaborative spirit, and a good sense of humor.
• Can work flexible or off-shift hours to support urgent logistics needs.

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