Warehouse Operator

Warehouse OperatorRoquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients. We collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients. Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.We are looking for our next Warehouse Operator within POLYOX™ operations. The Warehouse Operator will be responsible for preparing finished product for packaging and drum shipment. This will also include inventory management, shipping and receiving functions as well as forklift operation for material movements. The incumbents will also participate in all EH&S programs and initiatives as well as assisting to implement solutions.This position is in Institute, WV.Compensation:The current hourly rate range for this role is estimated to be $20.00/hr – $24.00/hr. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation. The specific compensation offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, qualifications, experience, and location.What You'll Do:Conform to plant safety and environmental policies, accepting responsibility for personal safetyWork in, and comply with, cGMP guidelinesPackage, prepare, and load product for shipments as needed based on demandAssess shipment needs against production volume and organize material inventory as needed working with shipping coordinatorLoad and unload product/packaging material through use of fork liftApplication of proper package labeling and shipping documentation with regard to D.O.T. requirementsAbility to work in a team environment and communication with other employees using multiple methods of communicationParticipate on organization EH&S teams and initiatives to implement solutions and improvementsMaintain a high degree of motivation by being flexible, displaying good leadership, and being able to prioritize and make informed decisions to meet business requirementsWhat You'll Need:Education:High School diploma or GED equivalent.Experience:2+ years of relevant experience/education in distribution/warehouse operationsKnowledge of distribution/shipping D.O.T. requirementsExperience with Microsoft Office, Excel, WordWilling and able to: lift or move up to 50 lbs., climb stairs, laddersExperience working in cGMP facility (preferred)Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk, climb stairs, use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; work in hot, cold and loud environments. Employee must be able to wear a respirator.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position. Currently, distribution operations occur across 2–8-hour shifts – 6:30A-2:30P and 2:30P-10:30P. Candidate will be expected to work this schedule on alternating weeks. Depending on demand, overtime may also be required.Business Travel:Limited to no business travel is expected for this position.AAP/EEO StatementRoquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. "AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace"Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Roquette