Warehouse Specialist (Fri-Mon 6am-4:30pm)

Job Description Summary

Ensures the proper handling of raw materials and products in the warehouse -Prepares the shipping according with the orders received -Updates the SAP database

 

Job Description

Location: This position is on-site in Morris Plains, NJ

Hours: This is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Weekend Shift - Friday - Monday 6:00am-4:30pm

*This shift receives an additional shift differential separate from the offered hourly rate.

Major accountabilities:

• Ensures the proper handling of raw materials and products in the warehouse -Prepares shipments according to NVS and GMP standards
• Coordination of shipping, receiving, storage and processing of goods. May include imports/exports.
• Unbossed mindset.
• Keeping the warehouses orderly and audit ready at all times.
• Load and unload trucks using industrial equipment.
• Inspect and verify material, labels and documents for completeness and accuracy
• Transfer material to proper storage areas.
• Movement of materials with accuracy and in accordance with SOPs to ensure continuous production.
• Ability to work in a variety of climate-controlled environments from refrigerated areas to freezer areas.
• Ability to continuously repalletize a variety of materials and various weights with 100% accuracy on labeling those components.
• Work well under pressure and with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to shift around priorities and accomplish a variety of tasks per shift.
• Daily cycle counting of materials based upon classification.
• Keeping up with deliveries and booking them into the ERP system in a timely fashion.
• Ability to adapt and work with accordance with guidelines in a dynamic environment and an unbossed mindset to own decisions when needed.

Key performance indicators:

• Inventory
• Month end reporting
• Warehouse occupancy
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to biologics and cell therapy manufacturing.
• On time goods receipts

Minimum Requirements:

• Supply Chain/Warehousing Experience
• ERP System (SAP/S4/Etc.) strongly desired
• Work in a warehouse environment, mostly standing and walking to complete tasks.

Work Experience:

• Operation in Pharma/Regulated industries
• Ability to work on problems
• Forktruck experience a plus

Skills:

• Inventory Accuracy
• cGxP  .
• Motivated, self-starter

Languages:

• English

Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people’s lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $41,100 and $76,300/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/25, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors

You’ll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook.

Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards