Material Handler - Shift Job McPherson area,Kansas USA,Manufacturing / Production

Position: Material Handler - 12 Hour Day Shift

Use Your Power for Purpose Our dedicated manufacturing logistics and supply team ensures that customers and patients receive the essential medicines they require precisely when they need them. By embracing challenges, envisioning new possibilities, and taking decisive action, you will contribute to delivering medicines to the world with greater speed and efficiency. Your role is crucial in making sure that the supply chain operates smoothly, overcoming obstacles, and continuously innovating to meet the demands of healthcare.

What

You Will Achieve

Take responsibility for individual contributions to achieve team deliverables, working effectively as a team member and coordinating with others.
Manage personal time and professional development, being accountable for results.
Follow standard procedures to complete tasks of varying scope, sequence, and complexity within the agreed timeframe.
Identify and solve moderately routine problems.
Complete assignments with moderate supervision using established procedures, referring deviations from standard procedures to the supervisor.
Ensure work is reviewed for accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards.
Utilize a range of equipment including forklifts, conveyors, cranes, hand carts, and power trucks, and perform necessary area cleaning tasks according to prescribed procedures.
Communicate effectively up and down the Chain of Command, maintain acceptable attendance, and lead quick and efficient changeovers to minimize room downtime.
Maintain direct interaction with all relevant departments, such as production, finance, external vendors, contractors, and quality assurance, and facilitate an environment of continuous improvement with all team members.

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years of relevant experience
Ability to accurately calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
Experience operating a Stand up and Reach forklift
Ability to work unsupervised, be an efficient leader and team player
Able to adapt to changing environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)

Knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Food Sanitation in a food or dietary supplement manufacturing plant with blending experience
Proficiency in using warehouse management systems and software
Experience in inventory control and logistics
Strong problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Commitment to continuous improvement and learning
Familiarity and basic understanding of common AI tools and a curiosity for learning how they can be used to enhance productivity

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift).
Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and twist while handling materials and performing warehouse operations.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds on a routine basis.
Ability to safely operate powered industrial equipment, including stand-up forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment.
Ability to climb on and off material handling equipment repeatedly throughout the shift.
Ability to work in a variety of warehouse and manufacturing environments, including refrigerated, ambient, and controlled storage areas.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods.

Mental and Cognitive Requirements

Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, percentages, quantities, and inventory reconciliations.
Ability to accurately verify material identities, quantities, lot numbers, expiration dates, and storage locations.
Ability to follow detailed written procedures, work instructions, batch records, and electronic inventory management systems.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and adapt to changing operational demands during a 12-hour rotating schedule.
Ability to make routine operational decisions in accordance with established procedures and departmental requirements.
Ability to maintain concentration while performing inventory control, material verification, dispensing, receipt, storage, and shipping activities.
Ability to accurately enter, review, and retrieve data from SAP, warehouse management systems, handheld scanners, and electronic documentation systems.
Ability to work rotating day and night schedules while…