Material Handler

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

Responsibilities:

• Load and off-load inbound and outbound shipments utilizing the WMS.
• Report discrepancies between the inventory count and shipping/receiving documents.
• Ensure every effort is made to load/off-load pallets in a manner that promotes safety and impedes damage.
• Locates and retrieves products as well as replenishes picking locations.
• Become knowledgeable of the responsibilities of the other warehouse positions.
• Assist as required.
• Act as back up at times of absence or vacation.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• HS DIPLOMA/GED PREFERRED, NOT REQUIRED.
• 1 year of relevant experience, required in lieu of High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience with multiple types of MHE- Order Pickers, Reach Trucks, Counterbalance (slip and
• clamp), and Dock Stocker, preferred.
• Ability to obtain a forklift certification.
• Ability to read and interpret distribution documents.
• Required to operate MHE and use an RF scanner.
• Basic analytical, organizational and prioritization skills.
• General distribution knowledge.
• Proficient in the use of a PC.
• Strong initiative and drive for results.
• MHE [Material Handling Equipment] in a manufacturing/distribution environment.

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.