Operations Associate - Warehouse & Logistics

Eli Lilly and Company • Concord, NC

1d • $58,500 - $137,500 • Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Associate – Warehouse & Logistics supports the Concord Warehouse & Logistics organization by leading projects and process improvements that strengthen day-to-day operations. Reporting to the Warehouse Operations Manager, the role takes a leadership position on the area process team and the Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) safety program, serves as a liaison between Warehouse Operations and supporting functions, and helps drive change controls and quality / HSE event management. The Associate also provides leadership coverage in the absence of the Manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience).
• Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• This role works in a warehouse environment and requires the ability to operate or be certified on powered industrial trucks and to perform the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in areas of materials management, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
• Experience in manufacturing operations and/or manufacturing support functions.
• Experience with SAP S4/HANA, and preference with knowledge of EWM.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• APICS CPIM certification is a plus.
• Career interests in operations or supply chain leadership.

Responsibilities

• Data gathering, development and monitoring of metrics.
• Investigate quality and HSE events, conduct root cause analysis and implement countermeasures.
• Lead the deviation process for the warehouse operations in collaboration with other functions.
• Lead continuous improvement (CI) initiatives for warehouse operations and ensure they are executed on time.
• Provide operational and project support for the business responsibilities within Concord Warehouse Operations.
• Manage warehouse capacity; propose and implement projects, as required.
• Implement assigned projects end to end: deliver analysis, propose solutions, and partner with departments across the site to bring them to completion.
• Assist with the development and implementation of new and revised processes and procedures as required.
• Provide analysis of specific operational or business processes as identified by management.
• Ensure that all safety practices, policies, and rules are followed and enforced.

Benefits

• company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance)
• company-sponsored 401(k)
• pension
• vacation benefits
• medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits
• flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts)
• life insurance and death benefits
• certain time off and leave of absence benefits
• well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level