Operator - Warehouse

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Organization Overview:

Receiving, storage, and shipping of raw materials and packaging components in support of Lilly manufacturing sites (Both US and OUS customers).  Ensure materials are available and on hand for weekly production operations and ensure inventory quantities are accurate.  Requirement to handle and process materials in inventory system following GMP processes at all times. The position reports to a Leader.

Responsibilities:

• Accurate receiving and storage of manufacturing components from outside vendors.  Shipping of orders to internal and external Lilly customers.

• Unloading / loading of materials at docks, receiving of materials, storage of material in appropriate storage zones, preparation and shipping to customer orders, order processing in warehouse inventory system, cycle counting.

• Follow all safety requirements and procedures. Routinely inspects area for health and safety issues.  Assist with implementation of countermeasures from safety incident investigations.  Work with Leader and safety representatives to implement safety projects.

• Follow all GMP, and other regulatory requirements. Participate in quality initiatives and audits. Compliance to FDA, EMEA, DEA, OSHA, IDEM, and EPA regulations.

• Meet appropriate goals for performance improvement as defined by area
  Leadership.

• Execute inventory transactions in a timely fashion.

• Ensure inventory levels for local warehouse are set and maintained appropriately.

• Provide key customers raw materials and components on-time and in full.

• Maintain learning plan at 100% current.

• Follow and execute policies and procedures impacting warehouse activities.

Minimum Requirements/ Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• Certified to operate all types of powered industrial trucks

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Solid understanding of quality and corporate policies

• Solid understanding of the importance of and basic requirements of regulatory agencies such as the FDA, EMEA, OSHA and EPA

• Demonstrated solid judgment and initiative

• Enthusiastic, positive attitude, flexible and willing to work overtime

• Proactive and self-motivated to support team initiatives and in solving business problems

• Ability to perform multiple tasks at the same time and make decisions regarding prioritization

• Ability to pick-up / move 40 pound containers

• Responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, working safely and accountable for supporting all HSE corporate and site goals

Additional Preferences:

• Previous experience with materials handling and inventory management systems.

• Previous warehouse/logistics experience in a GMP environment.

Additional Information:

• This is night shift 5:45 PM to 6 AM on a 3-2-2-3 schedule

• Overtime and flexibility in shift will be required.

• This role has opportunity for direct interaction with regulatory agencies during site inspections.

• Tasks may require handling hazardous or other dangerous materials.

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