Distribution Coordinator

Unither • Rochester, NY

21h • $19 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

As a French pharmaceutical industrial group, Unither strives to make healthcare solutions that improve and simplify patients' lives accessible to as many people as possible. As a world leader in sterile single dose, Unither has 10 sites on 4 continents and more than 2400 employees. Since 2013, Unither Manufacturing LLC. based in Rochester (NY), specializes in the manufacture of Blow-Fill-Seal, Liquid Stick-Packs, Pharmaceutical bottles, Tablets and Capsules. It has more than 360 employees. The Distribution Coordinator reports to Sherelle Brooks and is responsible for the effective flow of materials into the facility, and proper storage based on documented processes. This role verifies the accuracy of incoming shipments and coordinates the tasks associated with Warehouse associates in support of accurate and timely movement of materials physically and in the ERP. The Distribution Coordinator also coordinates transfers between facilities and ensures support is available on the receiving end. This role generates ideas and assists in the implementation of initiatives to improve quality and delivery, and maintains a high-quality, clean, and efficient work environment that meets all customer requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3-5 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry or as a Receiving / Warehousing Associate.
• Licensed operator of materials handling equipment preferred or the ability to obtain licenses/certification within the first 6-8 months on the job.
• Intermediate to Advanced skills in company-based and/or customer software that supports Distribution and Supply Chain departments.
• Possess the ability to distinguish changes in inventory and investigate reasons for changes outside normal issues (cycle counts).
• Ability to adapt/react to the Packaging Schedule changes daily due to availability of resources, materials or equipment.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Normal office environment.
• Considerable mental/visual concentration, coordinating manual dexterity with mental/visual attention.
• Requires frequent lifting or other stressful physical activities.
• Subject to frequent interruptions of normal routine.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates delivery of materials and components to production lines.
• Locates, picks, & delivers materials from Work orders to production in FEFO sequence.
• Supports the Production Lines with material and components according to the weekly schedule to include changes.
• Operates Forklifts and other equipment following safety procedures.
• Maintains awareness of pedestrian traffic, dock and racking conditions always when operating equipment.
• Receives materials and verifies correctness of shipments against documentation.
• Checks for shortages and damaged goods.
• Coordinates receipt of raw material, packaging components and vendor managed inventory for manufacturing and packaging driven by the production schedule.
• Receives and checks finished goods quantities received from the production lines for accuracy.
• Unloads trucks and proper places (cold chain, controlled substances and labeling) material in the warehouse so that material is staged for inspection.
• Receives cold chain materials to support manufacturing and distribution operations.
• Ensures each product/material is stored in the correct cold chain environment.
• Receives/checks finished goods quantities from the production lines for accuracy.
• Completes all system transactions for receipt of material, and material movement.
• Checks received materials against vendor shipping documents and purchase orders for accuracy.
• Performs miscellaneous adjustments as required to reconcile inventory.
• Provides directions to staff and coordinates workflow within the work unit, including distributing work, disseminating information, providing technical assistance, answering questions, and resolving problems.
• Ensures work is scheduled effectively; and checkpoints and controls are set for monitoring progress.
• Assists in interviewing and hiring Distribution staff.
• Understands HR policies and practices and uses them to help train and manage employees.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical premiums
• 401(k) contributions: 6% match plus an additional 4% company-funded contribution
• HSA contributions with wellness incentives
• Annual performance bonuses and merit increase eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED