Warehouse Operator I - 2nd Shift

Cipla•Fall River, MA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Operator performs all functions relating to the receipt, dispensing, and storage of raw materials, finished products, and packaging materials; consistent with established Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), customer requirements and in conjunction with all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Incumbents in this position are responsible for the safe and efficient execution of their job duties, while ensuring product compliance to established standards. This is a multifunctional role where the primary nature of this job is to serve as a Warehouse Operator. As a secondary requirement, this position will be expected to provide support to other operational functions to include but not limited to Packaging Operations, Manufacturing Operations, and Facilities Operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Proficiency in the English language (Speaking/Reading/Writing) to understand work instructions and document results.
Basic understanding of mechanical machinery and the operating principles of control systems
Ability to follow both verbal and written instructions.
Demonstrated ability to work in both independent and team environments.
Good knowledge of Health & Safety procedures, including, OSHA.
Strong mathematical and organizational skills.
Ability to wear appropriate PPE is required.
Individuals may be required to wear respiratory devices that include but are not limited to: Air Purifying Respirators (APR) which include half-face and full-face negative pressure respirators, hooded powered air purifying respirators, or Supplied Air Respirators (SAR), which include hooded or full face supplied air respirators.

Nice To Haves

Accredited college certificate or university degree is preferred.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in warehouse operations preferred.
Knowledge of fundamental cGMP and regulatory requirements in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for receipt and dispensing of Raw materials and Packing materials.
Receiving and storing finished goods and miscellaneous items.
Ensuring all products are stored in proper conditions, protected against any unnecessary spillage or deterioration.
Inspecting all materials for damage.
Dispatching finished goods.
Cleaning and sanitizing warehouse area.
Operating, cleaning, and calibrating machinery.
Verifying and maintaining accurate inventory of all warehouse materials and updating daily logs.
Checking the approved material before dispensing and generating labels from system.
Ensuring safe, effective material movement in the warehouse and production areas
Loading and offloading trucks using proper equipment.
Working individually and in collaboration with others as part of a team.
Helping the QA Department in sampling process as needed.
Collaborating with other departments to include but not limited to QC, Production, Packaging, and Engineering.
Executing procedures to complete tasks in a safe and efficient manner.
Performing duties through the proper safe use of equipment, according to Health & Safety procedures and Equipment Manuals.
Performing other related duties assigned.
Inspect carriers/trailers of inbound and outbound shipments.
Escorts drivers always when in the facility.
Receives and unloads freight, checks for damaged goods, verify items and quantities received with BOL, Packing List, PO, etc.
Moves materials as required for sampling, inspection, status label changes, etc.
Move materials from Quarantine to Released or Rejected areas as directed by Quality Assurance.
Perform dispensing activities for Packaging and Raw materials
Picks materials from Released inventory following GMP rules as required per production schedule, pick list, or production record requirement.
Make the necessary documentation entries
Deliver materials to specified locations
Load outbound freight as specified in BOL’s after confirming material or production descriptions, lot numbers, count and quantities.
Perform inventory counts as required.
Maintains assigned areas in a clean and orderly state.
Performs minor and spot cleaning as required.
Verifies documentation and reports for accuracy
Complies will all aspects of quality management system, cGMP policies, documentation and record keeping in accordance with industry and FDA standards and Safety and sanitation regulations.
Performs a combination of manual and clerical shipping and/or receiving duties which may require the use of hand trucks, forklifts, and other devices, as well as computers to maintain data.
Follows shipping practices and procedures, and transportation routes, schedules and requirements.
Receives incoming materials or prepares material for shipment.
Un/packs or un/wraps items such as finished products, raw stock, assemblies, parts, building materials, office supplies, equipment, etc.
Verifies quantity, weight, and conformance of materials to stated identifications.
Logs receipt of items on systems, processes freight bills, packing sheets, and other documents.
Reports materials shipped and bills of lading, and posts weight and shipping charges and routes merchandise to destinations.
Maintain shipping, receiving, staging, kitting and storage areas that are compliant, efficient, effective and safe.
Owns inventory accuracy.
Maintaining 100% cGMP and SOP Compliance during complete operation hours.
Complying with all company policies and procedures.
Must adhere to and follow the QMS System based on the role and rights assigned.
Completing documents in a time manner, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Reporting all issues that arise to the department head or reporting manager.
Performing daily maintenance on equipment and machinery.
Maintaining discipline in department.
May be required to assist in the training of other employees in the department.
Remaining flexible to work extended hours to achieve department goals when needed.