Operator 1, Packaging Operations

Company Description

• Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences is hiring entry level candidates for several positions for contract research in Clinical trials of drugs, biologics and medical devices.
• We have a few immediate job opportunities available in Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Research field. We work with University hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and recruiting partners.
  
  

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Will primarily be responsible to work on tasks that are routine in nature where limited judgment is required. Receives general instructions on work assignments. Pulls materials from inventory locations. Will package domestic and international customer orders for shipment and process them by use of automated or manual carrier shipping systems. Prepares daily shipments by stocking multiple locations with shipping supplies as well as keeping the warehouse orderly and organized. Will keep track of shipment supplies and notify department management when ordering is required. The Shipping Associate II will also perform materials management tasks, pulling components for production and cycle counting as required.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Sorts customer orders properly, picks products from inventory locations, verifies other associate product pulls, and prepares goods for final shipment in accordance to product temperature shipping requirements, as instructed.
• Packs orders requiring dry ice refrigerant as directed.
• Process daily outbound customer orders using automated carrier or manual shipping systems.
• Replenishes daily, consumable shipping supplies, copier paper, foam boxes, and other consumable supplies as assigned in their work environments such as workstations, cold rooms, or warehouses etc.
• Manages consumable inventories and communicates shortages
• Helps to prepare and maintain records of merchandise shipped such as Transfer Orders, Shipping Letters of Instructions, Export Declarations, etc.
• Picks up and delivers materials and components as directed.
• Signs for materials received, checks goods against packing slips and seeks direction when materials do not match or are damaged.
• May be required to apply product labeling for materials.
• Process and deliver materials to appropriate personnel.
• Performs cycle count and responsible for maintaining inventory accuracy within company set goals.
• Maintain component inventories and integrity of paper and electronic records without direct supervision.
• Notifies Supervisor of damaged or mixed materials.
• Participates in required training on regulatory issues affecting own area of work and brings regulatory compliance questions/issues to the attention of management.
• Assists in preparation of shipping documentation for domestic and international shipments as directed.
• Communicates daily progress and notifies problem situations to the Team Lead or Supervisor in a timely manner.
• Maintains shipping and warehouse areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• May be required to operate a forklift and/or Company vehicle as directed.
• Required to maintain security programs in place for shipment processing
• Provides accurate, timely, and courteous service to all customers.
• Follows Client Biosciences Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) policies and procedures.
• Takes responsibility for safety in immediate work area.
• Participates in EH&S programs.
• Notifies supervisors of all observed hazardous conditions or unsafe work practices.
• May provide recommendations on maintaining the safety of the work environment.
• Performs other related duties and assignments as designated by Supervisor.
  
  

Requirements:

• Highschool Diploma
• 1-3 years experience in materials distribution(shipping/receiving/inventory control) or equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Must have good inter-personal and communication skills.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft systems such as Excel, Word, Outlook and other software packages.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record required.
• Forklift certification preferred.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• High school diploma/GED.
• A minimum of 6 months of industry work experience required.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Good documentation practices.
• Must be willing and able to work a flexible work schedule including static or rotating shifts and overtime as required.
• Familiarity with computers and various software for general business functionality.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations.
  
  

Additional Information

Physical Demand:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time. Occasionally the employee may be required to lift or move at least 20 pounds. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.