Warehouse Operator II

Cipla • Fall River, MA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of this role is to assist in the warehouse operations of a pharmaceutical manufacturing company. This job is a multifunctional role. 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. The Warehouse Operator performs all functions relating to the receipt, maintenance, 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Proficiency in the English language (Speaking/Reading/Writing) to understand work instructions and document results.
• 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.
• Individual 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 -2) year experience in warehouse operations preferred.
• Knowledge of fundamental cGMP and regulatory requirements in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment highly preferred.
• Basic understanding of mechanical machinery and the operating principles of control systems.

Responsibilities

• Execute the store operations like receipt, dispensing and dispatch etc. materials as per cGMP procedure to avoid any cross contamination & to achieve manufacturing targets.
• Execute the dispensing activities as per the plan.
• Weigh, count and verify materials as per purchase order and receipt documents and store materials in designated area.
• Manage the dispensing activity to ensure compliance to cGMP.
• Dispense the materials required for manufacturing, stock transfer and exports as per cGMP norms.
• Ensure cross contamination of material is prevented while handling by following all procedure strictly
• Maintain the online documentation & area as per cGMP guidelines and regulatory requirements to avoid any deviation.
• Review the status labelling of materials to ensure correct labelling is performed by quality
• Perform status labelling for equipment and accessories
• Monitor logs and area on day-to-day basis to avoid any deviation during internal and external inspection.
• Update data entries in online documentation to avoid data integrity
• Dispose the scrap generated periodically in stores to remove blockage and ensure smooth store operation.
• Ensure segregation and removal of scrap material by coordinating with housekeeping
• Minimise scrap related hazards through the risk management processes
• Maintain safety in the store operations by complying to safety norms to reduce the incidences and accidents.
• Monitor the store assistants to use proper safety appliances while handling materials during receipt and dispensing
• Identify and report possible hazards and handle (storage, receipt , issuance) hazardous materials safely.
• Prepare receipts and issue materials on time by coordinating with purchase and user department to ensure required material is positioned in scheduled time.
• Indent of materials as per correct quantity & delivery schedule from purchase department
• Manage material receipts while adhering to relevant SOP & store the goods as per the required storage condition
• Account the receipts of materials by making GRN
• Issue materials to user department by following SOP as per given schedule
• Review stock of materials and store goods in appropriate conditions to reduce materials damage due to improper storage and for smooth production activity, and update in the system.
• Monitor and record the environmental conditions of area and equipment
• Store the goods in designated places as per required storage conditions
• Carry out the reconciliation of reviewed physical stocks and update the effect of reconciled stocks in system
• 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 as assigned.
• 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 arises 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.

Benefits

• All employees must undergo various training activities at the start of their employment.
• New trainings and re-trainings will occur periodically.
• Warehouse operators may be required cross-train in all areas of the warehouse operations.
• Employees must strictly adhere to all safety, health, and environmental guidelines at all times and ensure that all safety precautions are being taken during handling of machines.

What This Job Offers

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