Milestone Inc. · 11 hours ago
Operations Coordinator
Shelton, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$45K/yr - $60K/yr
2+ years expMilestone Inc. is an international company specializing in innovative sample preparation solutions for laboratories. The Operations Coordinator role involves managing inventory accuracy, streamlining shipping and receiving, and supporting procurement and reporting while collaborating with various teams to ensure timely delivery of products.
ManufacturingProduct DesignProduct ResearchTest and Measurement
Hiring Manager
John Merrill
Responsibilities
Place and track purchase orders for instruments, parts, and consumables
Maintain relationships with vendors and follow up on order status or delays
Monitor stock levels and proactively replenish materials to avoid disruptions
Coordinate the assembly and packaging of Bill of Materials (BOM) items for stocking and fulfillment
Handle incoming deliveries, process customer returns, and prepare outgoing shipments
Generate shipping labels and compliance paperwork (e.g., BOLs, customs/export documents) to support both domestic and international orders
Partner with Sales and Service on warranty returns and replacement parts
Conduct cycle counts, reconcile inventory discrepancies, and maintain system accuracy in Fishbowl, Salesforce, and related platforms
Serve as a point of contact between Sales, Service, and Logistics, providing timely updates on order status, tracking information, and parts availability
Maintain reporting, including Total Reports, Fulfillment Reports, and Inventory Reports, ensuring accuracy and accessibility
Maintain updated schedules and documentation in SharePoint for organizational visibility
Qualification
Required
2+ years of experience in inventory control, or entry-level operations, procurement, or supply chain coordination
A degree in Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain, or similar fields a plus
Experience with international shipments or hazardous materials handling is a plus
Familiarity with inventory management or ERP systems (e.g., Fishbowl, WMS, Salesforce)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, SharePoint)
Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills
Professional, polished demeanor
Strong ability to maintain accuracy under deadlines and resolve challenges quickly
Team-oriented mindset with the flexibility to work across multiple departments
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities across teams
Eager to learn, take initiative, and contribute to company goals and KPIs
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform warehouse-related tasks including standing, stooping, crouching, reaching, and handling
Benefits
Comprehensive benefit package (medical, dental, vision)
We will cover 70% of your medical premium and 60% of any spouse/dependents
We will provide STD, LTD, and Basic Life Insurance coverage at no cost to you
You can contribute to the 401k after 90 days of service
We will contribute 3% of your salary after 1 year of service
We will support ongoing training and development of your skills
Company
Milestone Inc.
Today’s labs are challenged to process more samples at lower detection levels with fewer available resources.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase