Lead Material Handler

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Primary Purpose

Direct the activities involved in the efficient operation of the warehouse and delivery service.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides services for the prompt and accurate filling, packing, and shipping of customer orders.

Provides for the efficient receiving, marking, and stocking of merchandise; ensures the maintenance and protection of warehouse stocks, supplies, and equipment.

Ensures compliance with all state and Federal labeling and shipping laws and regulations on merchandise shipped from warehouse.

Maintains and controls the requisitioning of warehouse supply items and equipment.

Directs the Company's fire and safety programs for all warehouse employees according to established policy and practice.

Assists in the recruitment and hiring of warehouse personnel; ensure orientation and training in the proper methods for performing warehouse duties.• Inspects and checks warehouse equipment and facilities to ensure that all equipment is in good operating condition.

Recommends new methods and procedures in warehouse activities.

Routine Problem Solving

Assuring quality of blended products, accuracy of weight/quantity of repackaged products, accuracy and promptness of filling orders, cleanliness of warehouse and product

Decision-Making Authority: Limited to use of company equipment and compliance with all company policies, rule and guidelines.

Assist with scheduling workload of others.

Supervisory Responsibility: Train, and lead others.

Specialized Knowledge/Skills:

Must be able to work under Company policies where experience and independent judgment are needed.

Should be familiar with the office paper flow, operations of each department, particular products and their handling problems, and knowledge of all departments within the warehouse

Requirements

Knowledge of cGMP requirements as it pertains to FDARP as applicable to the facility

Must be able to work with and motivate others.

Ability to operate an industrial powered lift truck or forklift according to company procedures and governmental regulations

Ability to use and maintain respiratory protection equipment

Ability to learn proper methods for handling hazardous materials and wastes, with training

Education/Training

High School Diploma, or GED with additional schooling or equivalent business experience.

Should have 3 to 5 years of experience with the Company.

Ability to read, write, count and understand and speak English

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:

The physical ability to lift and carry at least 100 lb. net bags for short distances

The physical ability to tilt back or break 800 lb. net drums onto a dolly

The physical ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

Test negative on the company's drug tests

Exposure to fumes, dirt, noise and hazardous chemicals on a daily basis.

May require safety equipment and/or precautions

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.