Materials Handler I

bimeda; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) plan for retirement savings

Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Mennonite Economic Development Associates (MEDA) is seeking a Material Handler I for their Pomona, CA location. This position involves receiving, inspecting, and storing materials in compliance with cGMP standards.

Ideal candidates must hold a High School diploma or GED, have strong attention to detail, and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Benefits include health insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in warehouse/production environments.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming materials and components per SOPs.
• Accurately store and maintain inventory in designated areas.
• Pick, stage, and deliver materials to production and other departments.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Material Handler I, Second Shift (2:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.)

Location: Pomona, CA (In-office) Position Type: Full-time Vacancy Status: This position is vacant AI Disclosure in Hiring: We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess and select applicants.

Overview

The Materials Handler I plays a key role in supporting Bimeda’s manufacturing operations by ensuring the safe, accurate, and efficient handling of materials. This includes receiving, inspecting, storing, and delivering raw materials and finished goods in compliance with cGMP standards and internal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive and inspect incoming materials and components per SOPs.
• Accurately store and maintain inventory in designated areas.
• Pick, stage, and deliver materials to production and other departments.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA regulations, and Bimeda policies.
• Report discrepancies or quality issues to supervisors promptly.
• Support cross‑functional teams including Manufacturing, MS&T, QC, and QA.
• Assist with data entry and administrative tasks related to inventory and logistics.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Additional Notes

• Working conditions: warehouse and production environments. Exposure to noise, chemicals, and machinery. PPE required in certain areas.
• Physical demands: Walking, standing, occasional lifting (up to 50 pounds).
• May require work outside regular hours or weekends.

Competencies

• Effective communication: ability to convey information to another effectively and efficiently, to listen – help facilitate sharing of information between people. It is about understanding the emotional intention behind the information. The ability to express oneself clearly in conversations, confirm understanding, communicate using data and facts whilst adapting to one’s audience. Exhibit willingness to listen, and show respect for oneself and others in interactions with others. Express oneself clearly in verbal and business writing.
• Fostering collaboration/teamwork: ability to work jointly with others or together especially in an intellectual endeavor; the ability and desire to work cooperatively with others on a team; as a team leader, the ability to demonstrate interest, skill, and success in getting groups to learn to work together. Builds partnerships for global performance. Respects others.
• Adaptability/change agility: ability to be agile and adapt to constant change; shows good resistance to pressure and stress; is resilient and open‑minded. The ability to demonstrate support for innovation and for organizational changes needed to improve the organization’s effectiveness; initiating, sponsoring, and implementing organizational change. The ability to change or be changed in order to fit or work better on some situation or purpose, and embraces change. Strives for continuous improvement.
• Planning: the process of thinking about and organizing the activities required to achieve a desired goal.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in warehouse/production environments.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) plan for retirement savings
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program

About Bimeda

Bimeda is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of veterinary pharmaceuticals and animal health products and has over half a century’s experience in providing science‑driven solutions to optimize the health, wellbeing and productivity of the world’s animals.

Bimeda’s global innovation program sees six state‑of‑the‑art R&D centers across four continents collaborate on an enviable product development pipeline which anticipates the ever‑evolving needs of the animal health industry.

Bimeda’s nine manufacturing facilities across seven countries allow the company to manufacture a broad range of preventative, curative and nutritional products including sterile injectables, vaccinations, nutritional boluses, feed additives, tablets, water‑soluble powders, pastes and non‑sterile liquids.

Globally, the company focuses on the development, manufacture and commercialization of quality Bimeda‑branded products while also being the partner of choice for contract manufacturing and R&D services for prominent companies within the animal health industry.

Equal Opportunity

Bimeda is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].