Distribution Technician

APOTEX•Plainfield, IN

13h

About The Position

About Apotex Inc. Apotex is a Canadian-based global health company. We improve everyday access to affordable, innovative medicines and health products for millions of people worldwide, with a broad portfolio of generic, biosimilar, innovative branded pharmaceuticals and consumer health products. Headquartered in Toronto, with regional offices globally, including in the United States, Mexico and India, we are the largest Canadian-based pharmaceutical company and a health partner of choice for the Americas for pharmaceutical licensing and product acquisitions. For more information visit: www.apotex.com . Job Summary Responsible for performing material movement duties in the warehouse including: Physical receiving, picking, packing and shipping of finished goods.

Requirements

Post-secondary Education an asset
Fluent in English written and oral communication
Knowledge of material handling equipment is an asset
Basic knowledge of computer operations
Willing to work various shifts and/or overtime when needed
Ability to lift 50lbs
No fear of heights
Minimum of three to five years experience in a logistics environment preferred (pharmaceutical experience an asset)

Nice To Haves

pharmaceutical experience an asset
Knowledge of material handling equipment is an asset
Post-secondary Education an asset

Responsibilities

Operate equipment to pick orders and re-stock, ensuring that product, lot numbers and quantities are correct and SAP is updated
Pack shipments using SAP, verifying correct product, lot numbers and quantities; wrapping, labeling and weighing skids; and checking to ensure that the proper order and shipping labels are attached
Ship orders using a computerized freight management system
Move materials to best utilize warehouse space
Operate warehouse equipment in a safe and efficient manner while remaining compliant with all appropriate equipment trainings.
Physically receive materials and verify the accuracy of shipments by checking for overages, shortages and damaged goods
Notify Inventory Analyst of any inventory discrepancies.
Ensure all work is performed in full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s), Standard Operating Documents (SOD’s), and Safe Work Procedures (SWP’s).
Ensure all training documents are read and understood before signing the training records
Adhere to all internal and external regulations according to the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA), and all other regulatory agencies
Maintain commitment to corporate mission statement and initiatives
Participate in any internal/external audits/inspections/assessments, as necessary
Works as a member of a team to achieve all outcomes
Performs all work in support of our Corporate Values of Pride, Accountability, Integrity and Diligence; Demonstrates strong and visible support of our values
Performs all work in accordance with all established regulatory and compliance and safety requirements
All other duties as assigned