Title:  Warehouse Associate I

Job Title: Warehouse Associate
Location: Dayton
Job Type: Full-time

About Us:

As a developer, manufacturer, and supplier of essential medicines, Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. and its affiliates’ purpose is to put better health within reach, every day for millions of patients around the world. We are a trusted, reliable partner and dependable source of over 760 high-quality generic, specialty and branded pharmaceutical products that hospitals, physicians and pharmacists need to treat their patients across North America, the Middle East, North Africa and Europe. Through our global footprint of 30+ manufacturing plants, 8+ R&D centers, and 9,000+ empowered employees, we are committed to making high-quality medicines accessible to the people who need them.

Description:

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.  We are seeking a talented and motivated Warehouse Associate to join our team.  In this role, you will be responsible for verifying and ensuring that materials pulled from inventory that supply other departments are accurate and ensuring that material transfer activities are performed on a timely and efficient manner. Responsible for all material movements within the warehouse operation up to and including shipping, receiving and production support. When providing Vault coverage: provides daily support to the manufacturing operations and various lab personnel while strictly adhering to Drug Enforcement Administration (D.E.A), cGmp and safety guidelines. The incumbent has direct unescorted access to the controlled storage areas and monitors daily activities to ensure the plant is compliant with D.E.A. regulations from the time of receipt of raw materials to shipping of finished goods. In addition to being fully accountable for the proper storage and security of controlled substance involved in production activities, the incumbent may act as a delegate for management and take appropriate action when needed and direct or supply guidance to operation and lab personnel to ensure compliance.  Must be able to work independently and well with others in a fast paced and demanding environment. Must be proficient in the use of all material handling equipment.

Key Responsibilities:

•    Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
•    Operates powered forklift, moves materials according to work order and material transfer sheets; supplies materials to packaging, shipping and receiving, and other departments. 
•    Determines proper zoning for outbound shipments. Receives trucking tickets, packing slips, bills of lading, etc. from various carriers and direct carrier to proper bay or location for unloading.
•    Perform computerized inquiries for the MRP System; Use of wireless barcoding technology for efficient flow of inventory and distribution of material.
•    Loads, unloads, and packs materials on to or from pallets, trays, racks, shelves and conveyor system with material handling equipment.
•    Performs general upkeep tasks to provide for the efficient and reliable operation/upkeep of equipment and/or facilities.  
•    Ensure that warehouse functions are performed in compliance with Company policies, procedures and governmental requirements.
•    Provides production-controlled substance support to compounding, filling, packaging and shipping departments.
•    Ensures DEA requirements for surveillance and security of controlled substance are provided in the manufacturing environment. 
•    Supports sampling activities and return of all controlled substances.
•    Collects production data for ARCOS reporting to the DEA.
•    Immediately investigates and notifies management of any accountability issues.
•    Process manufacturing rejects, bulk solutions, and lab returns for proper destruction per procedures defined by DEA and Cherry Hill guidelines.
•    Provides support to various departments including R&D and Tech Services when needed.
•    The incumbent may perform other duties as assigned by management 

Qualifications:

We value the skills and experiences candidates bring to the table.  While we have listed some qualifications below, we encourage candidates to apply even if they do not meet all of them:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent and 3 years warehouse/distribution and extensive material handling equipment experience
• Good oral and written communication skills are essential. Must be able to document process issues in a clean, concise manner in accordance with cGmps and SOPs
• Ability to use calculator, have number recognitions skills and good hand/eye coordination
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to examine problem areas and make recommendations for corrective action
• Must be able to comprehend and follow all applicable SOPs
• Able to adhere to a designated production schedule and work overtime as required
• Subject to extended periods of sitting, walking, standing, bending, stooping, carrying, pushing, and pulling reaching, moving and lifting 50- 75 pounds

Preferred Qualifications:Previous experience working in a DEA controlled area
 

Compensation: 

Hourly Rate: [$14.88-$22.78]  The compensation for this position will be determined during the interview process and will vary based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, work location, prior experience and job-related knowledge, relevant skills and expertise, current business needs, and market factors. The Talent Acquisition team can provide more details about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

What We Offer*:

Annual performance bonus, commission, and share potential
Auto enrollment in a Hikma-sponsored 401(k) program at a pre-tax contribution rate of 3% of eligible pay.  Hikma will match 100% of the first 6% of eligible pay that you contribute
A generous paid time off (PTO) bank starting with 20 days (prorated based on hire date).  Additional days granted upon reaching work milestone anniversaries
3 personal days (prorated based on hire date)
11 company paid holidays
Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, mental health, disability, life insurance, prescription drug coverage, and a variety of voluntary benefits
Employee discount program
Wellbeing rewards program
Safety and Quality is a top organizational priority
Career advancement and growth opportunities
Tuition reimbursement
Paid maternity and parental leave
 

*Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and depend on the job classification, role, and length of employment.  Benefits are subject to change as well as specific plan or program terms.

Recruiters:

Please note that Hikma has a set roster of approved recruiters for specific roles agreed to in advance and does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies regarding open positions.  In the absence of a signed agreement and approval from Hikma’s Human Resources department to submit resumes for a specific position, Hikma will not approve, nor will be under an obligation to make, any payment to such non-approved third-parties in the event a candidate they refer is hired by Hikma.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.