Sr Distribution Associate

POSITION SUMMARY : Execute all distribution activities including, but not limited to, receiving / stocking, inventory reconciliation, processing pre / post sterilized inventory, Transfer donors / product between facilities and picking, packing & shipping orders to customers. Perform preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure equipment is in optimal working condition. Will utilize an inventory tracking system and is responsible for ensuring the system is maintained, with full quality and regulatory compliance. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Prepare and pack products for shipment to customers domestic and internationalMaintain product tracking for all finished goods based upon donor and / or lot numberEnsure inventory transactions are completed between facilitiesCross-training must be at 75% or above.Perform preventative maintenance on equipment as neededDependable and in good standing with AttendanceHighly-Motivate, responsive, and quality-driven professionalHave a strong understanding of job proceduresMay assist in training new employeesAccurately completes inventory / cycle count and researches discrepanciesProcess returned productVerify customer shipments meet all regulatory requirements; prepare and execute all steps to facilitate and implement the shipmentCount and document raw materials, finished goods, and literature to ensure inventory accuracySend out tissues for sterilization; track their return in inventory databaseReceive shipments from suppliers, inspect items for damage, verify quantities and items numbers, complete required paperwork (packaging slips / purchase orders)Transport materials (manufacturing / office supplies, tissue, mail, placenta) between internal facilities as requiredTrack and manage inventory of returned goods and work with Customer Service to process Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMA's).Move released items to available inventory in the warehousePROBLEM SOLVING : Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instructionSeeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor. Any deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisorDECISION MAKING / SCOPE OF AUTHORITY : Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude / independent judgement and decision makingWork typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior coworker and / or supervisorSPAN OF CONTROL / COMPLEXITY : Entry level support role requiring basic skills; can perform some of the basic tasks within the function; some impact at the job or department levelEDUCATION / EXPERIENCE : HS Diploma or GED4-5 years of experience in area of responsibilityHave a good overall understanding of DC workflow and can work with minimal guidanceUnderstanding of computerized inventory management systemsPrefer 4-5 years of inventory and / or materials management experience in a business involving both domestic and international distribution pointsMust be able to work overtime when necessary and participate in all physical inventoryMust be a team player and demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skillsMaintains a clean work area to ensure that product remains clean and help prevent work related injuriesPrefer experience working in a regulated industryPrefer experience working in medical device industry or human donor tissue recovery and distribution industry (i.e. tissue banks)Prefer experience working in an International Standards Organization (ISO) or Good Manufacturing Procedures (GMP) environment preferredKnowledge of FedEx, UPS, and DHL shipping systems a plusSKILLS / COMPETENCIES : Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to interact with all levels of management, both internal and external, third party payers, and customers; with a focus on customer serviceProficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word)Organized, flexible, and able to multi-task while maintaining a high level of efficiency and attention to detailProficiency with Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems (QAD is preferred)WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work is typically performed in a warehouse and controlled lab environments. Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)