Shipping Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Why Stokes?

Stokes Healthcare is a privately-owned business comprised of three divisions: Stokes Pharmacy (503A pharmacy), Epicur Pharma (503B facility) and STEP labs. The these divisions operate out of separate facilities in Mount Laurel, NJ, following different regulations and are guided by different principles.

Stokes Pharmacy was founded in 1975. The pharmacy formulates custom prescription medicines for both humans and animals. The business has grown from a small, hometown operation in Medford, New Jersey, to a respected pharmacy serving the entire U.S., enabled by sophisticated online ordering and overnight shipping capabilities.

In 2016, Stokes Healthcare built a world-class facility (which became Epicur Pharma), as a testament to the commitment to providing the highest level of quality. Adding a unique offering to the veterinary industry, Epicur Pharma is an FDA Registered 503B Outsourcing Facility, producing drugs such as Tacrolimus Eyedrops, Buprenorphine Injection and Gabapentin tablets. Epicur follows Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) which are the same rules and regulations followed by commercial manufacturers.

Epicur Pharma is proud to be a pioneer in animal drug standards, offering the largest selection of manufactured drugs that are traditionally compounded. Epicur products are distributed directly to veterinary hospitals from our manufacturing facility and offered through Stokes Pharmacy for individual patient prescriptions.

STEP Labs is a GMP-compliant laboratory that delivers accurate, reliable analytical testing for manufactured pharmaceutical products. Equipped with advanced instrumentation and operated under strict regulatory standards, STEP Labs provides comprehensive services in microbiological and chemistry analysis with a focus on quality, data integrity, and timely results.

Stokes Healthcare has built a reputation for unwavering quality and superb service by holding fast to the founders’ commitment to traditional craftsmanship, combined with today’s most advanced knowledge and technologies. In a field where many corporate-owned pharmacies try to compete on price, Stokes has always put safety and quality first because patients’ lives depend on it.

At Stokes, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401(K) retirement savings plan with a generous employer match, a bonus program, paid holidays, vacation and personal time, and an excellent working environment. We are conveniently located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, just minutes from Philadelphia and the NJ shore.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

This position is responsible for performing all daily activities within the Shipping Department and is cross trained to help picking when needed.

Salary

Starting at $16.00 hourly based on experience plus twice a year bonuses

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepare goods for shipment according to Company standards
• Assist in maintaining shipping inventory
• Participate in the timely receipt and distribution of incoming deliveries according to Company standards
• Accurately use UPS WorldShip to send medications to the correct recipient
• Must be able to use a pallet jack
• Must be able to load/unload a truck
• Perform all other duties, as assigned
• Ensure accuracy of all prescriptions using our computerized compounding system
• Obtain, count, label and package medications from pharmacy stock
• Must demonstrate sound judgment in decision making, following established guidelines and procedures
• Stocking of medication to proper location on shelf

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Warehouse shipping experience a plus but not required
• Basic computer skills are required
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail
• Must exhibit punctuality and low absenteeism
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to sit and/or stand 8-10 hours or more per day as needed
• Must be able to lift up to twenty-five (25) pounds on a regular basis

Eligibility Qualifications

Requirements upon hire (or within 90 days):

• NJ Pharmacy Technician License
• PTCB Certification or completion of Stokes Healthcare’s internal training class

Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Organizational Skills
• Technical Capacity
• Teamwork

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates primarily in a controlled laboratory environment. This position requires the use of standard office equipment, and frequent standing and walking.

Language Skills

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English fluently and have the ability to read and interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills

Uses addition, subtraction, multiplication and the division of numbers including decimals and fractions when checking of reports, forms, records and comparable data where interpretation is required involving basic skills knowledge.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where substantial standardization exists. Must be able to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram or schedule form.

Physical Demands

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.

• May need to lift up to fifty (50) pounds on occasion
• This position is moderately active and requires standing and walking for a majority of the shift.

• Able to sit and/or stand 8-10 hours or more per day as needed

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Because of the nature of the business, work schedules may vary at times.

Travel

No travel is expected for this position.

Disclaimer

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to capture or illustrate a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

AAP/EEO Statement

Stokes Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.