Logistics Coordinator

Who We Are…

We are a team of scientists, engineers, technicians, and innovators dedicated to changing the world by developing medical isotopes to treat and eradicate cancer. We believe in building an environment where collaboration, curiosity, and camaraderie thrive. We also enjoy darts, cornhole, ping-pong, chili cook-offs, and other fun events that makes our company a community where we make a life, not just a living.

Who You Are…

You enjoy bringing order to complex situations and making sure important work happens safely and smoothly. You like thinking through logistics, anticipating challenges, and building clear plans that help teams move forward with confidence. Detail and precision matter to you, especially when safety, regulations, and careful handling of sensitive materials are involved.

You’re energized by coordinating moving parts - people, timelines, equipment, and regulations and turning complicated operations into clear, well-executed plans. You naturally connect with others, communicate clearly, and enjoy being the person who helps different teams stay aligned and informed.

Words that describe you are accountable, reliable, collaborative, safety-focused, proactive, solution oriented, and calm under pressure.

What You Can Expect To Work On…

The Logistics Coordinator plans and executes complex logistics operations supporting the acquisition, transport, and regulatory compliance of radioactive materials for Niowave’s programs.

• Works with the internal teams to plan retrieval and transport operations
• Develops logistics timelines aligned with project schedules
• Identifies logistical risks and propose mitigation strategies
• Supports planning of material recovery missions from domestic or international locations
• Handles sealed and unsealed forms of radioactive material with potentially unknown physical conditions
• Provides Cross-Functional Collaboration and serves as a communication hub between internal teams and external logistics stakeholders
• Plans and coordinates domestic and international shipments of radioactive materials in compliance with all applicable regulations (e.g., DOT, IAEA, NRC, IATA, and country-specific requirements)
• Ensures all shipments comply with applicable safety and regulatory requirements
• Maintains detailed records of shipping documentation, permits, and compliance approvals
  
  
  

What You Need To Succeed…

• Associate’s degree (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering, nuclear engineering, applied physics, supply chain, or related field
• 3 years’ experience with either of the following:
• Handling radioactive materials in a lab or cGMP environment
• Shipping/receiving duties including document control in the warehouse industry
• Experience with electronic document inventory system
• Knowledge and experience with hazardous/non-hazardous labeling standards and practices
• Valid driver’s license with clean MVR record
• Ability to travel internationally
• Embraces and models the Niowave Core Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal
• Understands how to integrate into a new team/organization – appreciates the history of current state, know how and when to make suggestions, as well as using just the right pace to reach the improved future state
• Displays excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Possesses strong organizational and project management skills for self and teams
• Develops and maintains good relationships, gains the confidence of others and works effectively in a multidisciplinary matrix environment
• Demonstrates strategic thinking with creative and excellent problem solving and decision-making skills with ability to critically interpret and use data to manage risk
• Possesses ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Displays ability to break down complex issues into manageable pieces and drive closure with cross-functional partners
  
  

Great to have…

• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent combination of work experience
• Trained forklift operator
• DOT/IATA training for shipping and receiving hazardous materials
• Class 7 (radioactive) shipments
• Coordinating international shipments
• 5 years’ experience with document control experience in the shipping/receiving warehouse industry
• Experience working in GMP and NRC regulated facilities
• Multilingual
  
  

Other Things To Note…..

• Full-time position
• The company’s standard operating hours are Monday thru Friday 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. with production related activities requiring 24/7/365 shifts
• This position will have regular working hours Monday - Friday within the standard operating hours
• There is an expectation of adjusting working hours outside the standard hours to meet operational requirements as needed including regular travel
• Niowave has multiple locations within the Lansing area and travel between locations is expected in the role
• Domestic/international travel may average 50% of work time
  
  
  

Please provide a cover letter specifically describing the nature of your technical expertise and leadership experience.