Production Assistant

McKesson•Delran, NJ

21d•Onsite

About The Position

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve – we care. What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow’s health today, we want to hear from you. About the Role (Job Summary) We are seeking a detail-oriented Production Assistant to support high-volume pharmacy fulfillment and distribution operations. In this role, you will ensure accurate packing, labeling, and shipment of prescription orders while maintaining compliance with safety and quality standards. This position is ideal for candidates with experience in warehouse, distribution, or pharmacy operations who thrive in fast-paced, production-driven environments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Experience in a warehouse, distribution, fulfillment, or production environment
Experience handling inventory, packing, shipping, or receiving processes
Ability to operate basic equipment (e.g., barcode scanners, label printers, packing tools)
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with shifting priorities
Strong attention to detail with demonstrated experience in accuracy and quality control
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods during shifts

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a pharmacy, healthcare, or regulated environment
Familiarity with temperature-sensitive or hazardous materials handling
Experience using warehouse management systems (WMS) or shipping systems
Certification or experience operating material handling equipment (pallet jack, forklift)
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve order discrepancies independently
Team-oriented mindset with experience supporting cross-functional workflows

Responsibilities

Accurately pack and label prescription orders according to SOPs and shipping requirements
Sort and stage orders by route, carrier, or delivery destination to support efficient distribution
Receive and organize incoming materials (e.g., totes, vials, packaging supplies) and prepare outbound shipments
Operate scanning and packaging equipment (barcode scanners, label printers, sortation systems)
Verify order accuracy and ensure shipments meet quality and compliance standards
Identify and escalate discrepancies such as missing items, damaged goods, or routing errors
Maintain inventory of packing supplies and support workflow organization (staging, batch tracking, tote management)
Follow all pharmacy regulations, safety guidelines, and hazardous material handling procedures