Material Handler I (1st Shift)

Core Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Purpose

The Material Handler I performs the physical and/or administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storing, and distributing of materials, parts, supplies and equipment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Verify quantities, lot numbers, and part numbers against documentation previously prepared.
• Issue and move components, supplies and printed materials from the warehouse to meet manufacturing and inter-company requirements.
• Stage raw materials for dispensation to Issuance Group.
• Verify and receive materials returned from manufacturing in a timely manner.
• Document material transactions by recording on appropriate documents and in electronic Materials Management systems.
• Manually or using forklift, move material within the warehouse areas and in and out of trucks.
• Maintain warehouse areas in a clean and orderly state.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies as needed.
• Assist in preparing pharmaceutical product for shipment to contract manufacturers, clinical sites and customers, both domestic and international.
• Document shipment transactions on appropriate documentation and in computerized systems.
• Provide accounting with documentation for invoicing.
• Verify and receive delivered material in a timely manner.
• Work with accounting to close Purchase Orders for vendor payment.
• Perform trips to other Tolmar facilities as needed.
• Participate in required annual hazardous waste training.
• Hazardous waste involvement may include but is not limited to making waste determinations, waste packaging, container and tank management and inspection, and transfer of hazardous waste to and from storage.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Skill in effective oral and written communication.
• Ability to read, understand and follow procedures.
• Ability to use critical thinking to address potential areas of concern.
• Work independently and properly prioritize tasks with limited supervision.
• Ability to follow written production records and validation protocols.
• Ability to work with computer systems.
• Ability to operate a forklift and drive delivery trucks.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to be certified on a stand-up forklift, delivery trucks and other warehouse equipment.
• Ability to interact with peers and members of other departments in team settings in a professional manner.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times.

Core Values

• The Material Handler I is expected to operate within the framework of Tolmar’s Core Values:
  • Center on People: We commit to support the well-being of our patients. We are committed to treating our employees and those we serve as valued partners. By placing people at the heart of our actions, we actively engage, invigorate, acquire knowledge, and grow together.
  • Are Proactive & Agile: We embody a culture of engagement and action. With a hands-on approach, we fearlessly adapt to change. We anticipate, respond swiftly and efficiently to ignite a spirit that propels us towards extraordinary outcomes.
  • Act Ethically: We are committed to consistently conducting our business in an ethical, compliant, and socially aware manner, in line with our purpose of positively impacting lives. We actively cultivate diversity, equity, inclusion & sustainability in our workplace.
  • Constantly Improve: We are committed to a collaborative & proactive effort to improve our products, systems, processes, and services by reducing waste, increasing efficiency & improving quality.
  • Are Accountable: We think, act, and communicate with honesty, transparency, and clarity in alignment with our core values. We don't compromise our values for near term gain. We take accountability & ownership of our work, actions, successes, and setbacks. We strive to deliver our best as we shape the future.

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in inventory control, warehousing, and shipping/receiving preferred.
• One or more years experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• An acceptable MVR is required.

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.
• Occasional overtime may be required.
• Work may consist of travel between multiple facilities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $20.50 per hour
• Benefits summary:

Tolmar compensation programs are focused on equitable, fair pay practices including market-based base pay and a strong benefits package. The final compensation offered may vary from the posted range based on the selected candidates qualifications and experience.

Tolmar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions are based on job-related factors.