2024-04-14
AppCast (https://www.appcast.io)
Other
/yr
full-time
employee
Houston
Texas
77246
United States
**Warehouse Associate**
CAROUSEL_PARAGRAPH
* Houston, Texas
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** Job Description**
**Position Summary**
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for receiving, storing, and maintaining inventory accuracy within a warehouse environment. Key activities include cycle counting inventory, performing system transactions for inbound material receipts, and material transfers to other departments. The warehouse is co-located with our compound manufacturing facility. The Warehouse Associate role reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and is part of the Empower Supply Chain team.
**Duties and Responsibilities**
* This position works closely with the Warehouse Supervisor, Purchasing Manager, and Site Materials Manager for inventory and warehouse processes, cycle counts and inventory accuracy to ensure the adequate management inventory
* Performs inventory management duties to include receiving, product put-away, stock rotation, cycle counts, and other functions according to customer requirements
* Receive and confirm the accuracy and condition of the ordered product/material
* Documents all receipts, secures packing slips, CoA, and related documentation to match to original purchase order
* Verify receipt of items by comparing items received with items ordered using established system reporting tools; helps resolve shipment errors and/or pricing concerns with purchasing team
* Review and prioritize internal customer requirements, pulls, delivers, and records inventory transactions for all material transfers
* Moves inventory by scheduling materials to be moved to and from the warehouse, and coordinates inventory transfers with related departments
* Monitors physical inventory levels, stock-outs, and open order quantities scheduled for delivery for work planning
* Recognizes and resolves quantity discrepancies, with full root cause analysis/resolution
* Assists with the communication, workload, problem resolution, and interfaces with other departments to ensure timely completion of critical daily/weekly tasks
* Utilizes basic systems/ processes to support various inventory and chemical management systems
* Follows well-defined procedures as outlined by Best Practices, Standard Operating Procedures & Work Instructions
* Maintains a safe and effective storage area by organizing floor space; good housekeeping, and adheres to storage design principles
* Keeps equipment in good working condition by enforcing operating instructions; troubleshoots breakdowns; schedules and completes preventive maintenance; calls for repairs as required
* Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with established policies and procedures
* Updates professional job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
* Performs other duties as assigned by management
**Knowledge and Skills**
* Must have a working knowledge of warehouse operations and an understanding of material requirements to support Operations, Maintenance, Purchasing, and Accounting Practices
* Proficient in computer skills (Office 365), ERP Oracle experience highly encouraged
* Knowledge of safety requirements and industry guidelines
* Knowledge of Pharmaceuticals/ current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)
* Self-motivated, energetic, dependable, honest, and thorough
* Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
* Good interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
* Solid planning and organization skills
* Capacity to work with multiple company managers
* Ability to reprioritize activities daily if needed
* Ability to lift and move inventory items of up to 50 lbs.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude
* High integrity and ability to maintain strict confidentiality of company information
* Must be team orientated and be flexible to cross-train and provide coverage in multiple areas
**Experience and Qualifications**
* 4+ years work experience in a warehouse environment that includes shipping/receiving, and inventory control experience
* High school diploma or GED
* Current forklift license, or the ability to obtain one
**Benefits**
* Health/Dental/Vision
* Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
* 401(k) with company matching
* Paid Vacation (10 days)
* Paid Holidays (8 days)
