Material Handler II - (1st Shift)

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Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?  

At Cytiva, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.   

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. 

Working at Cytiva means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.  

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. Take your next step to an altogether life-changing career. 

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The Material Handler II is responsible for the incoming and outgoing of materials, reagents, instruments or equipment to meet customer expectations which involve receiving, shipping, and inventory/material control. Performs manual and/or clerical duties that may utilize various systems / WMS involved in receipt or preparation of materials for shipment.  Performs a wide variety of planning, scheduling, coordinating and reporting tasks in support of the manufacturing workflow.  Coordinates and monitors workflow, assisting in scheduling and prioritizing activities in assigned distribution area.  Maintains compliance with relevant local, country and international guidelines.  May have responsibility for fulfillment administration and processes.

This position reports to the Warehouse supervisor and is part of the Shipping and Receiving department located in Pensacola, Florida and will be an on-site role. 

What you’ll do:

• Complete all necessary paperwork as required including shipping/receiving documents, scorecards, hazard recognitions, etc. per the current laws so that Cytiva Pensacola is at no time at risk of contravening USA or international customs law.

• Physically issue material and supplies requested by internal departments, by manually pulling, climbing, pushing, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), or reaching utilizing material handling equipment (i.e., dollies, ladders, forklift, and push carts.) that will be capable of performing the task in a safe manner to the user, other people, and the items being moved.

• Respond to internal customers’ inquiries about material requests, availability of inventory assets or purchase order receipts in the time frame agreed as well as prioritizing job tasks to achieve daily work plan and any foreseen issues.

Who you are:

• Inventory, Problem solving, investigating skills are a must.

• SAP, ERP or WMS knowledge required.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Understanding FIFO practices

• Working safely

Cytiva, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at