Materials Handler I

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assist in the daily operations of the Shipping & Receiving department in the receipt of raw materials and distribution of finished goods. Some degree of professional latitude, creativity and self management is expected.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Packing and shipping sensitive electronic equipment and temperature sensitive products using various shipping systems and carriers
* Work order assembly (Kitting) for manufacturing groups
* Receive and stock incoming materials and finished goods
* Operate material handling equipment (e.g. forklift, pallet jack, hand trucks, etc.)
* Transacting inventory to work orders, account numbers and sales orders using ERP system
* Drive company vehicles, or assist the driver, in the delivery of material throughout the company campus (and between corporate campus locations)
* Process outgoing mail using a USPS certified postage machine
* Re-stock shipping and inventory supplies throughout the company campus (as needed)
* Assist in the completion of all 'shared' responsibilities within the department (e.g. labeling, trash collection and disposal, consumables replenishment, inventory moves, etc.)
o May conduct physical inventory or cycle counts
o May participate in work space organization/reorganization
* Specific duties may vary depending upon departmental requirements

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

* High school diploma required
o Associate's level degree or equivalent experience preferred
* Minimum 2 years of experience in shipping and receiving
o Experience with UPS Worldship, a FedEx Cafe shipping system and LTL carriers
o Experience with inventory management/ERP systems, preferably JD Edwards
* Valid driver's license and company insurable driving record required
* Experience in a Manufacturing and/or Biotechnology environment
* Experience with cGMP and/or ISO certification is highly preferred
* A demonstrated level of consistency in performance and aptitude for managing additional responsibility and accountability are required for next level consideration


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

* Demonstrated proficiency in the use of material handling equipment, including, but not limited to forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks
* Ability to operate/execute basic computer skills with a working knowledge of MS Office Suite
o The quantitative background to advance this knowledge on the job is expected
* Able to read and comprehend shipping and inventory reports
* Strong mathematic fundamentals and analytical background
* Demonstrate an aptitude for learning and adhering to standard inventory/material handling techniques and safety precautions as presented
* Effective oral, written communication and interpersonal skills
o Effectively communicate issues/problems and results that impact timelines, accuracy and reliability of inventory/shipping data
* Ability to multi-task and work productively in a demanding manufacturing environment with changing priorities


PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

* Ability to lift 50 lbs.
* Ability to use material handling equipment
* This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

* This position is mainly performed in a warehouse environment
o Certain tasks will require work to be performed in walk in cold rooms and freezers