Operator - Distribution

Eli Lilly and Company • Plainfield, IN

5d • $17 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We’re looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world. Position Title: Distribution FTE Organization Overview: At Lilly, we serve an extraordinary purpose. We make a difference for people around the globe by discovering, developing and delivering medicines that help them live longer, healthier, more active lives. Not only do we deliver breakthrough medications, but you also can count on us to develop creative solutions to support communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. Purpose: This opening is in the Distribution Warehouse, which is responsible for order processing functions such as picking, packing and shipping pharmaceutical orders to sales reps, wholesalers, and retailers. Distribution Technicians typically rotate through a variety of roles related to performing these functions. Location: Plainfield Distribution Center- Plainfield, Indiana, reports to the Supervisor of Distribution Operations.

Requirements

• Must have a high school degree or equivalent.
• 5-7 yrs. warehouse experience is required.
• Experience working with an electronic warehouse management system such as SAP, EWM and RF scanners is required.
• 2 yrs. experience operating pallet jacks and Stand Up Powered Industrial Trucks is required.
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to details is required.
• Must be flexible and willing to be cross trained to perform multiple assignments.
• Must be willing to work overtime with little notice.
• Must be reliable and have a good work attendance history.
• Demonstrated computer skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Demonstrated a high productivity rate in previous assignments.
• Self-starter requiring minimal supervision.
• Must be willing to work a portion of the workday in a chilled environment (36-46F)
• Standing, lifting (up to 40 lbs.) and bending are required.
• No known allergies to antibiotics.

Responsibilities

• # 1 Pick and pack customer orders. This includes interaction with the warehouse management system via a handheld RF device. Material is picked by using RF device to scan product license plate. Validated packing requirements must be followed precisely. When pick/pack function is complete, order is weight checked to verify accuracy. Orders are consolidated by license plate to ship units. Packing list and ship label are printed and included with shipment.
• # 2 Responsible for complying with FDA and OSHA requirements.
• # 3 Responsible for ensuring that all training identified in his/her individual training plan (ITP) is current and complete.
• #4 Constantly look for improvements in productivity, compliance, and data accuracy.

Benefits

• Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance).
• In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for 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; and 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED