Lead Material Handler (1st Shift)

Job role overview

  • Date posted

    May 7, 2026

  • Hiring location

    Silver Spring

Description

Lead Material Handler

Iron Mountain is seeking a motivated Lead Material Handler to join our Government Solutions team. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end processing and storage of clinical materials, providing guidance to team members to ensure daily productivity and quality standards are met while maintaining a T1 Investigation clearance.

In this role, you will:

  • Execute Complex Logistics: Process, inventory, and archive microscopic slides, paraffin blocks, and formalin-fixed tissues, ensuring accurate identification and distribution according to Defense Supply System regulations.
  • Lead and Mentor: Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for specimen relocations, training team members across various functions and examining work for strict compliance with organizational policies.
  • Optimize Operations: Conduct comprehensive audits of repository files and maintain automated supply systems to ensure efficient space usage and timely preservation of materials.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 3-5 years of experience in material processing, inventory management, or a related clinical logistics field.
  • Strong knowledge of medical/pharmaceutical terminology, Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations, and supply automation systems.
  • Proven ability in team training, operational quality assurance, and the handling of specialized clinical materials.
  • High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
  • Active T1 Investigation clearance.

What We Offer

  • Compensation: $24.50
  • Location: In-Person 606 Stephen Sitter Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910
  • Two weeks - paid time off/ holidays
  • Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans.
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.

Reasonably expected salary range: $46,800.00 - $58,500.00

Please note that an employee's starting salary may vary based on a variety of factors. Where State, Municipal, Provincial, Territorial or other legal minimum wages exceed the federal minimum wage, employees are entitled to the higher rate.

Category: Operations Group

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