Material Handler

West Pharmaceutical Services; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

West Pharmaceutical Services is seeking a Material Handler to coordinate and expedite the flow of materials for production. You will support movement, storage, and protection of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods within a GMP environment.

Responsibilities include safe material handling, ERP-based inventory updates, FIFO-based lot selection, and maintaining stock to prevent production delays. The role requires 1 year of experience and a high school diploma, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of experience in materials handling.
• Experience with cGMP practices related to ISO standards and medical device manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Handle materials safely and orderly.
• Provide logistics support for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Use ERP to record inventory transactions in real time.
• Maintain traceability of raw materials.
• Maintain and organize stock; utilize forklifts.
• Assist with scheduling and staging of raw materials.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and report issues.
• Adhere to schedules, production specs, and quality procedures.

Skills

ERP system

FIFO

Material handling

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At West, we're a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West's indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?

There's no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.

We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.

Job Summary

In this role, you will coordinate and expedite the uninterrupted flow of material for the production rooms. The Material Handler will be responsible for providing logistical support for the movement, storage, control and protection of raw materials, supplies, work in process products and finished products.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Handle materials in a safe and orderly manner.
• Assist with the timely fulfillment and delivery of products.
• Maintain a safe, clean, orderly workstation and environment.
• Maintain proper traceability of raw materials used in the production process.
• Utilize the ERP system to record inventory transactions as they happen in real time. (transact then act)
• Utilize "First In First Out" rules when determining what lots are pulled.
• Follow internal schedules, work orders, sample requests and production specifications to ensure the materials are properly prepared before use.
• Ensure equipment is maintained regularly and is always in good working order. Report any issues to management so they can be addressed evidently.
• Maintain material levels throughout the shift to ensure no process interruptions occur due to a lack of material.
• Assist with scheduling and staging of raw materials to ensure production schedules are met and shipments are ready on time.
• Maintain and organize stock in the most efficient way using forklifts, etc.
• Monitor inventory levels and suggest new orders when needed.
• Clean assigned work centers daily. Assists with warehouse activities as needed.
• Work with team members to meet established goals.
• Conforms with and abides by all company regulations, policies, work procedures and instructions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts to reduce scrap, cycle times, improve efficiency, and eliminate waste by looking for ways to work smarter, make things safer and faster.
• Contribute to a company culture that champions diversity, appreciates creativity, and facilitates innovation.
• Maintain a "Customer Service" attitude when interacting with internal and external customers while accomplishing work and maintaining professional high-quality standards.
• Exhibit excellent attendance habits by being punctual and reliable.
• Performs any other duties as assigned by their supervisor or manager.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Work Experience

• Experience: 1 year of experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Minimum of 6 months prior materials experience.
• Experience with cGMP practices related to ISO standards and medical device manufacturing.

Travel Requirements

None: No travel required

Physical Requirements

Medium-Exerting up to 50lb/22kg of force occasionally and/or up to 20lbs/9kg of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs/4kgs of force constantly to move objects.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work assigned shift(s) with overtime as required to complete assignments if necessary.
• Sitting and/or standing for extended periods may occur as well as getting to and from offices and building sites.
• If specifically necessitated by customer requirements, must be able to see with or without corrective lenses and distinguish color differences for product and safety issues.
• Hearing ability should be sufficient to hear and react to audible alarms from distances up to 150 feet.
• The ability to lift and carry various items up to 50 pounds at a time.

Shift

This shift is Sunday, Monday, Tuesday every other Wednesday 5:00 PM - 5:15 AM

West embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We foster an environment where all individuals are safe, treated fairly, valued and respected. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Where permitted by law, employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, Inc. or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of post-offer background screening.