Material Handler, Warehouse

Otsuka ICU Medical; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Otsuka ICU Medical in Austin, TX seeks a Material Handler to move materials from receiving to outbound shipments and support inventory through Oracle, iFactory and Dematic systems.

You will verify documentation, operate forklifts, follow cGMP/SOPs, and assist with data records and packaging for shipments. Teamwork and flexibility for schedule changes are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain fork truck license and operate required material handling equipment.
• Must be able to perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of inventory control systems and Microsoft Office Suite (word, excel, outlook).
• Must be able to obtain Class A Texas operator's license.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Able to work overtime and quickly adjust to priority changes.
• Must be able to operate fork truck in confined areas where robos, racks and other fork trucks are in operation, under all types of weather conditions.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Moves and ships materials from receiving to outbound shipments.
• Maintains accurate material verification and documentation.
• Operates material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Unloads raw materials from trucks and locates them properly.
• Packages and palletizes commodities for export shipments.
• Records data on work orders and performs inventory transactions.
• Adheres to cGMP guidelines, SOPs, and plant safety rules.
• Supports other Materials Management roles as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Teamwork

Overtime readiness

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory control systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Class A license

Job description

Position Summary:

Based on the direction and assistance of the area Specialist and Warehouse Supervisor, the Material Handler will complete the movement/shipping of materials from receiving to outbound shipments. Performs inventory transactions and retrieves data inquires using the following inventory control systems: Oracle, iFactory and Dematic. Other key elements include inventory control, data reports, work order documentation and verification, facility cleaning, Material Destruction Orders (MDO), Extra Process Work Orders (EPWOs), R&Ds, and back up support for all area Material Handler jobs. Shift: Monday - Friday (6am - 2:30pm)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Maintains accurate material verification and content of documentation.
• Maintains compliance training and certification for assigned areas.
• Completes Area checklists as needed.
• Controls material damage, inspects all trailers before loading or unloading, and reports any abnormalities to appropriate Specialist or Supervisor.
• Identifies inventory discrepancies and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Performs pack and mark audits under the guidance of IQA personnel to ensure the quality of incoming commodities and drugs.
• Assists personnel in the resolution of material discrepancies.
• Maintains safe operation of all equipment and follows area safety guidelines, reporting safety related items to the Specialist or Supervisor.
• Tasks are completed using fork trucks, palletizers, taping machines, stretch wrapping machines, vacu-hoist, pallet banding, yard tractor, bailer and tank farm pumping equipment.
• Manual operations involve de-palletizing, debagging, labeling and commodity rack movement of work-in-process materials.
• Unloads raw materials from trucks and railcars and locates appropriately.
• Packages and palletizes commodities and subassemblies for export shipments.
• Records data and verification on work orders, finished goods orders, picks and moves.
• Safely and effectively operates the following material handling equipment: fork trucks, battery changing equipment, vacu-hoist, and stretch wrapping machine, taping machine, palletizer, yard tractor, bailer, banding equipment and tank farm pumping equipment.
• Deals directly with external customers on a daily basis (carriers, truck drivers, railroad engineer and contractors).
• Responds timely to production schedule changes and customer's needs to prevent operational downtime.
• Participates in departmental huddles and area 5S program.
• Participates in area continuous improvements, including standard work instructions and attending company facilitated training.
• Adheres to cGMP guidelines, SOPs, plant policies, and rules.
• Provides assistance, training, and back up support to all related Materials Management jobs as needed or requested by the Specialist or Supervisor.
• Observes all Federal and State Motor Carrier and plant safety rules and regulations.
• Reports any incident or injury to the Specialist or Supervisor immediately.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.

Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications:

• Must be able to obtain fork truck license and operate required material handling equipment.
• Must be able to perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide).
• Must have demonstrated knowledge of inventory control systems and Microsoft Office Suite (word, excel, outlook).
• Must be able to obtain Class A Texas operator's license.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Able to work overtime and quickly adjust to priority changes.
• Must be able to operate fork truck in confined areas where robos, racks and other fork trucks are in operation, under all types of weather conditions.

Education and Experience:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year related Materials Management or Production experience.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

Material Handlers support analyst to ensure orders are scheduled, trucks are loaded, and deliveries are confirmed. Failure to complete those activities will result in shipment delays and will negatively affect customer service. Works in warehouse and outside at the grinder and pallet shed, in both air and non-air-conditioned environments. Mental agility to manage constant changes. Must be able to lift 50 lbs unassisted. Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time.

About Us

Innovation, Impact, and Purpose. Find Your Future Here. We manufacture the critical IV solutions providers count on to deliver consistent, reliable care. Each product we make helps ensure patients receive the therapies they need without disruption. When you work here, you become part of something bigger-a team dedicated to reliability and innovation. No matter the role, your work directly strengthens the healthcare supply chain and impacts patients nationwide. We offer opportunities for growth, collaboration, and meaningful contributions, all in pursuit of a mission that truly matters. Join us and help shape the future of IV solutions.

EEO Statement:

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