Warehouse Operator - Cipla

Job Title:                                  Warehouse Operator

Duration:                                 Full-Time

Work Location:                     Fall River, MA

Work Hours:                          First Shift: 8 AM – 5 PM (May vary based on business needs)

Purpose 

The purpose of this role is to assist in the warehouse operations of a pharmaceutical manufacturing company.

Scope                                   

The scope (content and statements) of this job description is designed to describe the general nature and level of work as well as provide a basic understanding of the role, responsibilities, and expectations of the person assigned to perform the job. This job description is not designed to provide an exact or exhaustive list of all job duties, tasks, skills, and qualifications. The intent is to give a general scope of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position and provide basic performance expectations. The scope of the job may be modified with respect to the department, group, and on an individual assigned basis to a sometimes-specific testing group. Consideration of education, relevant training, and experience or a combination of all three may also result in further modification of the role.

Multifunctional Role     

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.

Job Description          

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.

Essential Duties and 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 as assigned.

Other Responsibilities:

�         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.

Qualifications:

·        High school diploma or equivalent is required.

�         Accredited college certificate or university degree is preferred.

�         Minimum of one (1) year experience in warehouse operations preferred.

�         Proficiency in the English language (Speaking/Reading/Writing) to understand work instructions and document results.

�         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.

�         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.

Physical Requirements

·       This position requires the ability to do heavy lifting / bending frequently.

·       Exert an amount of force continuously and/or up to 5 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force rarely by utilizing a hand truck to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

·       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