Distribution Associate II

Catalent Pharma Solutions LLC; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalent, Inc. in Kansas City, MO seeks a Distribution Associate II to support clinical trial shipments through accurate picking and packing. Responsibilities include order processing, verification, packaging, and FedEx management, with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

This role requires 1–2 years in warehouse ops and forklift use, a High School Diploma, English proficiency, and the ability to work independently. Shift: Sun-Thu, 12:00–20:30.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of warehouse ops and forklift use with certification for powered industrial trucks.
• Detail-oriented and well organized.
• Ability to read, write, and speak clear English.
• Work independently with little supervision.
• Perform effectively under pressure to meet demands.
• Basic computer skills, including e-mail and Microsoft Word.
• Basic mathematical skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety guidelines to protect drugs and materials.
• Pick and verify orders for processing.
• Perform final verification of processed orders.
• Verify and label orders during pack-out.
• Complete order processing (FedEx mgmt., material verification, Kool Chain pack-out, temp monitor usage, label verification).
• Operate forklifts, order pickers and related equipment safely (OSHA).
• Restock distribution supplies (boxes, coolers, gel bricks, phase changes).
• Maintain and clean the workstation.
• Collaborate with diverse cultures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Reading & writing English

Under pressure performance

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Microsoft Word

Job description

About Site

Catalent’s Kansas City facility is home to our Oral & Specialty Drug Delivery, Biologics Analytical Services and Clinical Supply Services businesses.

Position Summary

We have an opportunity for a Distribution Associate II to join our team supporting clinical trial projects through accurate picking and packing of clinical site and depot shipments.

This role provides warehouse support to the Packaging, Manufacturing, Logistics, and Quality Assurance groups, ensuring all work follows regulatory requirements, good manufacturing practices, and standard operating procedures.

Although focused on Distribution, this position may also support other operational areas as needed to meet business demands.

Shift: Sun to Thurs 12pm-8:30pm

Location: Kansas City, MO

The Role

Follow safety and handling guidelines to protect drugs, materials, and others.

Pick and verify orders for processing.

Perform final verification of processed orders.

Verify and label orders during pack-out.

Complete order processing, including FedEx management, material verification, Kool Chain pack-out, temperature monitor usage, and label verification.

Operate forklifts, order pickers, and related equipment safely, following OSHA guidelines.

Restock distribution supplies such as boxes, coolers, gel bricks, and phase changes.

Maintain and clean the workstation.

Work effectively with people from diverse cultures.

Perform other duties as assigned.

This role also requires 20/30 corrected vision screening and a DEA background check.

The Candidate Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of experience in warehouse operations and forklift use, with valid or prior certification for Powered Industrial Trucks.
• Detail-oriented and well organized.
• Ability to read, write, and speak clear English.
• Work independently with little or no supervision.
• Perform effectively under pressure to meet competing workplace demands.
• Basic computer skills, including e-mail and Microsoft Word.
• Basic mathematical skills.

Preferred Skills & Background

• Prior pharmaceutical or supply chain experience is a plus.

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
• Diverse, inclusive culture.
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
• Competitive paid time off plus 8 paid holidays.
• Community engagement and green initiatives.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life‑saving and life‑enhancing products to patients around the world.

Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market.

Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

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Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life‑cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life‑enhancing and life‑saving treatments for patients annually.