Warehouse Associate

Winners; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical distribution industry is seeking a Warehouse Associate for a 12-month contract in Hamilton. This role involves managing shipping, receiving, and inventory control, ensuring compliance with established protocols, and maintaining data integrity in the warehouse system. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, at least 2 years of relevant experience, and strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience in a related industry.
• Must be proficient in English (reading, written, oral).
• Licensed to operate material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily shipping, receiving, and inventory control are maintained.
• Log and verify all inbound shipments; process returns in a timely manner.
• Maintain data integrity of the inventory management systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

RF scanning guns

Innomar WMS

Innomar TMS

Job description

We are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Primary Duties and Responsibilities :

12 Month Contract role

Ensuring the daily shipping, receiving, and inventory control aspects of the warehouse are maintained including :

Receiving : logging and verifying all in bound shipments for material identity, quantity and any shipping damage. Coordinates any receiving inspections within established receiving protocols, inputting all inbound receipts in the Innomar WMS software and filling out corresponding documents. Completing stock putaways utilizing MHE;

Quarantining of product : relating to all inbound receipts and returns as outlined by Innomar’s SOP’s;

Picking of product : the picking of all orders provided by the CSR or Management, and ensuring all orders are picked and packed according to Innomar’s SOP’s and client requirements in an expedient manner in order to meet daily commitments;

Packing of product : all orders that have been picked require a blind check to ensure product and quantity are correct, all completed orders must be packed in accordance with Innomar’s SOP’s and Client SOP’s;

Stock Replenishment : Responsible for replenishing the stock picking locations utilizing material operating equipment as required;

Returns Processing : Responsible for ensuring returns are processed as per established timelines;

Ensuring that all documentation is completed accurately, including preparing shipping documentation, i.e. waybills, dangerous goods IATA paperwork and customs papers;

Managing inventory movement in a FIFO or FEFO manner (first-in-first-out, first-expiry-first-out) through a safe and organized efficient flow of properly identified and segregated goods through the warehouse;

Maintains data integrity of the inventory management systems through precisely accounting for all material transactions and routine cycle counting programs;

Assisting the Warehouse Supervisor, Inventory Coordinator or Innomar Quality Assurance staff with the handling of released product;

Assists Quality Assurance staff with maintenance of the facility temperature monitoring process

Production assembly and supplies management, i.e. refrigerated box assembly and frozen handling, supply kitting activities

Implementation of Corrective Actions and Preventative Actions;

GMP & Regulatory Compliance :

Protocol adherence;

Maintaining and adhering to sanitation and pest control programs as outlined by Innomar’s SOP’s;

Ensuring all sensitive products outlined by Innomar’s SOP’s are handled accordingly and in an expedited manner;

Undergo regular training on Good Manufacturing Practices

Systems Training :

Required to be trained and understand the operation of Innomar’s WMS and related software and be able to function within the system;

Required to be trained and function using Innomar’s TMS software.

The ability to be trained on and function using RF scanning guns, for picking, packing and material transfers including receiving;

The Warehouse Associate is also expected to participate in other related projects and perform other functions as required from time to time. This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities or skills and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of Innomar Strategies Inc.

May be required to be on standby / on call as part of this role.

Experience and Educational Requirements :

High school diploma or equivalency;

2 Years minimum experience in a related industry

Must be proficient in English language (reading, written, oral and mathematics);

Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs daily;

Ability to perform repeated reaching, bending and lifting daily;

Able to work in a cold environment daily;

Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment;

Ability to work accurately with a strong attention to detail;

Works well under pressure in time sensitive situations;

Good organizational and multi-tasking abilities;

Licensed to operate material handling equipment (i.e. Raymond Reach) with at least 2 years’ experience

Minimum Skills, Knowledge and Ability Requirements :

Advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution industry

Working knowledge of automated warehouse operating system

Strong business and financial acumen

Strong analytical and mathematical skills

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Effective interpersonal and leadership skills

Effective organizational skills; attention to detail

Ability to consistently meet deadlines

Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently

Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other Office Programs