Material Handler

Job Title: Material Handler

Location: Rochester, NY 14606

Duration: 6 months

Schedule: 1^st shift

Pay range: XXXXXXXXXXX8-XXXXXXXXXXX/hr. on w2

Job Description:

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under direct supervision, this position is responsible for processing daily distribution tasks specific to loading, unloading, moving/transferring, and transacting materials to support in-plant logistics. Individual must be attentive to detail and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. This position also requires the person to be able to accurately complete transactions and fulfill requests in timely manner for the receipt, delivery, and shipment of all goods. These functions include operating in a cGMP environment and adhering to strong inventory management practices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The work environment characteristics are representative of a manufacturing, laboratory, and warehouse environment and includes handling of viral and bacterial hazards, potentially hazardous chemicals, as well as infectious or potentially infectious bodily fluids, tissues and samples.
• Flexible work hours to meet project deadlines.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs manual and clerical duties related to shipping, receiving, storing, issuing, and delivering a variety of materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Performs physical counts of inventory.
• Transports materials between departments, facilities, and/or production floor.
• Transacts inventory/material movements in an accurate and timely manner and in accordance with strong inventory control practices.
• Selects and transacts materials for work orders.
• Assures the accurate counting, staging and storage of materials and supplies.
• Operates warehouse vehicles such sit down, stand up and side-loader forklifts, pallet jacks, and related material handling equipment in narrow aisles and cold storage facilities.
• Follows all standard operation procedures and GMP guidelines.
• Adheres to all safety training and instructions and has knowledge of materials and safety.
• Participates in the effective training of other employees.
• Carries out duties in compliance with established business policies.

INTERACTIONS:

• Interacts professionally with all levels of warehouse staff.
• Facilitates team interactions and communicates with department team leaders and supervisors.
• Actively supports team efforts.
• Contributes successfully in a team-based work environment, participating in meetings, reviews, team huddles, and metric reviews.