Material Handler

Veranova L P • West Deptford Township, NJ

34d • $25 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation. Join us on our mission to enable current and next-generation therapeutics to improve and save the lives of patients. Every role at Veranova plays a part in delivering an exceptional customer experience through ownership and integrity.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in shipping/receiving or related field, preferably in the pharmaceutical industry
• Knowledge of general safe practices for chemical handling and storage and related state, federal, DOT, DEA/FDA and EPA regulations governing the handling and shipping of controlled, toxic and hazardous materials
• Familiarity with reading Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• General knowledge of chemical safety such as PPE usage; incompatibilities; hazard classification (i.e., flammable; combustible; corrosive; explosive), etc.

Responsibilities

• Work with safety as the number one priority while maintaining compliance with Company SOPs and security guidelines as well as 49 CFR, DOT, DEA, OSHA, FDA and State, Federal and regulations.
• Weighing, pre-packaging, transporting of materials for API processing.
• Container handling and moving around the site to support production.
• Bulk solvent tank farm operations. (Filling, emptying, cleaning bulk tanks)
• Waste management throughout the production and RCRA areas
• Staging of containers for outgoing shipments.
• The Material Handler will work closely with the Warehouse Lead, Production Supervisors and technicians, as well as the EHS team, Quality Assurance and Inventory Specialist.
• This role involves handling of several dangerous chemicals. The Material Handler must always be alert and understand what actions to take in emergency situations.
• This role has the authority to stop work if unsafe conditions are found.
• Material Handlers must work safely and efficiently to help the Production team keep processes moving and on schedule.
• They are responsible for escalating any raw material issues to the Warehouse Lead, Inventory Specialist, and Quality Assurance.
• It is an expectation that the Material Handlers think ahead, to help prevent delays on deliverables (ex. Work with Production to and stage material
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health & wellness benefits.
• Access to mental health resources and wellness programs.
• Generous PTO and holiday pay policies.
• Eligibility for performance-based bonuses.
• Attractive 401(k) Plan with company match.
• Opportunities for continuous learning through LinkedIn Learning, workshops, conferences, and mentorship.
• Tuition Assistance for Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs.

What This Job Offers

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