Materials Technician

Millipore Corporation; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Retirement contributions

Other perquisites

Job summary

MilliporeSigma in Indianapolis, IN, seeks an operations team lead for the warehouse and materials management function. You will coordinate daily activities, mentor technicians, and drive safety, quality, and efficiency across the supply chain.

You will act as SME for warehouse processes, execute ERP material transactions, and maintain inventory accuracy through counts and audits. The role requires strong leadership and GMP-regulated work experience. Join us to advance science and improve lives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4+ years in warehouse, inventory control, or materials management.
• Experience in regulated manufacturing environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily warehouse activities and supervise Materials Management Technicians.
• Ensure GMP, GDP, FDA, OSHA compliance and accurate documentation.
• Coordinate inbound/outbound material transactions and shipping.
• Improve inventory accuracy through cycle counts and audits.
• Promote safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Team coaching

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Oracle

JD Edwards

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Work Your Magic with us! Start your next chapter and join MilliporeSigma. Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you've got big plans - so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people's lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Your Role

In this role you will serve as the operational team lead within the warehouse and materials management function. This position is responsible for coordinating daily warehouse activities, providing guidance and support to Materials Technicians, ensuring compliance with GMP and company procedures, and maintaining accurate inventory control. The Technician assists leadership in achieving safety, quality, service, and productivity objectives.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Serve as the operational lead, assigning daily tasks, training, coaching, and mentoring Materials Management Technicians.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement while escalating performance or operational issues to leadership.
• Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for all warehouse processes and system operations.
• Execute ERP material transactions, verify inbound/outbound documentation, and coordinate receiving, staging, and shipping activities.
• Maintain inventory accuracy by leading cycle counts, conducting audits, investigating discrepancies, and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintain warehouse organization, material storage, and identification using 5S principles and Lean methodologies.
• Ensure strict adherence to GMP, GDP, FDA, OSHA, and regulatory standards through meticulous documentation and audit support.
• Drive operational efficiency by participating in Kaizen events, Gemba walks, CAPA implementations, and KPI performance tracking.

Physical Attributes

• Stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Lift and move materials up to 50 pounds.
• Operate warehouse equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment.
• Work in warehouse, cooler, freezer, or manufacturing environments.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of warehouse, inventory control, or materials management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of inventory control principles.
• Leadership, lead, or supervisory experience.
• Experience working within a pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or other regulated manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of GMP, GDP, and warehouse compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards, or equivalent).
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to train and mentor team members.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma training.
• Forklift certification.
• Experience supporting FDA-regulated operations.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives.

Pay Range for this position

$21 - $36 / hour

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses.

Benefits offered by the Company

• health insurance
• paid time off (PTO)
• retirement contributions
• other perquisites

What we offer

We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!