Warehouse Operative

Reporting to the Production Manager, this is a hands-on role key to the co-ordination of sterile and non-sterile supply chain and warehouse management; consisting of logistics, supply, warehouse management and the proactive planning of supply chain improvements to better meet business goals and objectives. Ensures smooth operations of facility as a gatekeeper for raw materials in and product out encompassing all aspects. This role does not have direct reports.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to established policies, rules and regulations, and standard operating procedures
• Maintains warehouse and outside yard in a clean and orderly fashion that is conducive to productivity and GMP compliant
• Organize and maintain stock of warehousing materials
• Proficient in ERP system software, with emphasis in the Operations / Supply Chain functionality
• Receives all raw materials, supplies, and components through the ERP system. This may include de-palletizing and re-palletizing of materials.
• Ensures that all materials received are in alignment with purchase orders and other shipping/purchasing documentation.
• Organizes and maintains shipping and receiving documentation. Forwards all required documentation to corporate accounts payable personnel as required
• Generates reports as required/requested such as expiring materials reports, components status reports, where used reports, material availability reports, etc.
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies in a timely manner
• Maintain organization of labels, roll stock, inserts and other printed materials in storage cage as well as other storage locations
• Complete daily inventory transactions including inventory transfers, inventory adjustments and disposals in the inventory database
• Oversee all inventory transactions and movements to maintain accurate and complete records
• Coordinates shipping of commercial shipments of materials other than finished goods (e.g. equipment, large samples, etc.)
• Work closely with Supply Chain & Operations in scheduling product shipments and incoming shipments.
• Coordinates with logistic suppliers in setting up shipments when notified by management
• Prepares bills of lading, shippers, and applicable commercial invoices for each shipment and checks all items loaded for shipment
• Material Handling (may be required to lift up to 50 lbs)
• Forklift certification or ability or ability to be certified.
• Operates and support forklift certification of production personnel.
• Will be responsible for ensuring that the forklift safety and inspection program is complied with and will ensure that forklifts and electric daily are inspected prior to use.
• Maintains cleanliness and control of Hazardous Material cage in the warehouse
• Create and/or update standard operating procedures (SOP’s) as required

Skill Requirements

Experience/Education

• Previous experience in supply chain/warehousing environment.  Previous international pharmaceutical, medical supply chain/distribution, or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience desired
• In-depth knowledge of warehouse operations in a cGMP setting preferred
• Experience working in a sterile manufacturing environment preferred

Technical

• Skilled in Inventory Management (SAP experience a plus)
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Stand and walk for long periods of time
• Push, pull, bend, and reach above shoulder height

Behavioral

• Team player
• Ability to observe safety and security procedures and comply with policies
• Must have excellent attention to detail and record keeping capabilities
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and communicate orally and in writing
• Ability to follow directions
• Ability to follow schedules
• Must be able to manage time efficiently