Material Handler III - GMP Warehouse

PCI Pharma Services; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Pharma Services in Madison, WI seeks a Material Handler III to support shipping, receiving, and inventory control for pharmaceutical fill/finish operations. You will ensure documentation, schedules, and temperature controlled shipments meet strict cGMP standards while coordinating with transportation providers.

The role requires 3–5 years of related experience, knowledge of temperature sensitive shipping, and ERP software familiarity.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of transporting temperature sensitive materials required.
• Ability to prioritize, make good decisions and multi-task.
• Intermediate math and computer skills; good written and oral communication.
• Self-motivated, reliable, follows instructions with minimal guidance.
• Willing to put the team first and understand cGMP safety policies.
• Valid driver's license; DOT/IATA training or ERP experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle shipping including documentation, schedules and inventory control.
• Oversee Receiving and Inventory Control and Shipping.
• Lead continuous improvement projects for shipping methods.
• Load/unload materials between dock and truck; manage temperature sensitive shipments.
• Prepare WIP and lot-specific kits for Manufacturing.
• Maintain inventory logs and report discrepancies; perform cycle counts.
• Ensure proper storage, labeling and segregation of materials; manage nonconforming materials.
• Attend DOT and IATA training as required.

Skills

Math skills

Computer skills

Written and oral communication

Multitasking

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

APICS coursework or certification

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Life changing therapies. Global impact. Bridge to thousands of biopharma companies and their patients.

We are PCI.

Our investment is in People who make an impact, drive progress and create a better tomorrow. Our strategy includes building teams across our global network to pioneer and shape the future of PCI.

We are currently looking for a Material Handler III who assists in the day to day activities relating to shipping, receiving and inventory control functions supporting Pharmaceutical fill/finish Operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handles all shipping responsibilities to include preparing required shipment/delivery documentation, maintaining shipping requests and schedules, and inventory control of supplies to meet all potential shipping needs.




• Ability to oversee and run Receiving and Inventory Control, as well as Shipping.




• Ability to lead Continuous Improvement Projects assisting in the development of alternative shipping methods.




• Loads and/or unloads material between dock and truck, moving materials between statuses and locations within the plants.




• Prepares temperature sensitive shipments according to procedure minimizing time removed from controlled environment.




• Prepares declarations and ships dangerous goods in strict compliance with current IATA and DOT regulations.




• Processes delivered materials according to procedure placing an added immediacy on temperature sensitive receipts.




• Evaluates supplier quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers and provides feedback on rate suppliers and distributors. Direct contact with transportation companies for shipping quotes and to arrange shipments.




• Prepare work-in-process (WIP) and lot specific kits supporting Manufacturing.




• Records and maintains accurate inventory logs for all manufacturing components. Researches inventory discrepancies and reports findings.




• Conducts materials handling operations in strict accordance with written SOPs assuring that operations are conducted in compliance with strict cGMP procedures.




• Processes manufacturing and shipping supplies as outlined in procedures.




• Perform material sampling as required.




• Perform cycle counts, expiration date maintenance and maintains all material storage locations.




• Ensures proper storage, segregation and area labeling of raw material storage areas, and processes expired and nonconforming materials to a restricted area and place on-hold.




• Attends semi-annual DOT and IATA training as required.




• Performs other duties as assigned.

Special Demands:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time up to 4 hours without a break




• Ability to bend and stoop to grasp objects




• Ability to lift loads, not to exceed 50 pounds, unassisted

Qualifications:

• 3 - 5 years of experience preferred




• Knowledge of practices and procedures regarding transportation of temperature sensitive materials required.




• Ability to prioritize, to make good decisions and multi-task.




• Intermediate math and computer skills. Good written and oral communication skills are essential.




• Self-motivator, reliable, follows instructions and can perform duties with minimal guidance




• Willing to put the team first.




• Must understand cGMP requirements and strict adherence to safety policies and practices




• Strong commitment to excellence and quality with a positive working attitude.




• Valid drivers' license




• APICS coursework or certification a plus




• Previous DOT and IATA training preferred




• ERP software experience is a plus

Join us and be part of building the bridge between life changing therapies and patients. Let's talk future

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement:

PCI Pharma Services is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

At PCI, Equity and Inclusion are at the core of our company's purpose: Together, delivering life-changing therapies. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace by holding ourselves accountable to the highest standards of understanding, fairness, respect, and equal opportunity - at every level. We envision a PCI community where everyone can belong and grow, and we strive to bring this vision to reality by continuously and intentionally assessing our people practices, policies and programs, marketing approach, and workplace culture.