Material Handler

Material Handler I

The Material Handler I is responsible for supporting the movement, handling, and storage of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods in a cGMP manufacturing environment. This entry-level role focuses on accurate material handling, basic inventory tasks, and maintaining a clean and organized warehouse.

Essential Functions:

• Receive and inspect incoming materials for accuracy and damage.
• Store materials in designated warehouse locations following established procedures.
• Pick, stage, and deliver materials to internal departments as requested.
• Assist with maintaining warehouse organization, cleanliness, and safety compliance.
• Perform basic inventory activities such as cycle counts and stock checks.
• Accurately complete required documentation and perform data entry in inventory systems.
• Support packaging and preparation of materials for internal movement or shipment.
• Uses material handling equipment, such as pallet jacks, and forklifts, to move materials.
• Follow all company policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and cGMP requirements.
• Work collaboratively with team members and support other warehouse activities as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Associate's degree is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years experience in warehouse, logistics, or manufacturing environment.
• Experience in a GMP, FDA-regulated, biotechnology environment is preferred.
• Fork lift experience required; valid fork lift license preferred.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing practices; Kan Ban, JIT, FEFO preferred.

Knowledge/Skills Requirements:

• Mathematical skills including the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Demonstrates appropriate safety consciousness. Follow Environmental, Health and Safety rules/regulations and report any workplace incidents, injuries or accidents immediately.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates attention to detail; sense of urgency; deadline driven

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks.