Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator - Night Shift

Lonza Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-related bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Short‑term disability

Long‑term disability

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Job summary

Lonza Inc. is seeking a Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator for a 12‑hour night shift in Tampa, FL. You will support import storage, material receipt, warehousing and distribution to ensure safe, accurate, and compliant operations in a state‑of‑the‑art facility.

The role requires lifting up to 75 lbs, forklift experience, and adherence to GMP and safety standards. Lonza offers health benefits, a 401(k) plan, life and disability coverages, PTO, and an annual bonus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; training current.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks and other warehouse equipment.
• Valid Florida driver’s license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Support import storage, material receipt, warehousing and distribution activities to ensure smooth and compliant operations.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, and distribution records in accordance with SOPs and Good Documentation Practices.
• Receive, store, dispense, and issue materials, in‑process products, and finished goods while following all controlled procedures.
• Operate warehouse equipment—including forklifts and transport vehicles—to safely move and coordinate materials.
• Identify and report issues, deviations, errors, or opportunities for improvement to management in a timely and accurate manner.
• Uphold all safety, PPE, and sustainability requirements, and stop work when necessary to maintain a safe environment.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and support functions to ensure accurate inventory, clean workspaces, and compliant handling of hazardous and non‑hazardous waste.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Data entry in ERP

Cycle counts

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Forklift fleet equipment

Job description

Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator

Shift: 12hr Night Shift; 6:00pm - 6:30am

Location: Tampa, FL

Join Lonza as a Pharmaceutical Warehouse Operator and play a vital role in ensuring safe, accurate, and compliant material handling within our state‑of‑the‑art pharmaceutical warehouse. In this hands‑on role, you’ll directly support the production and distribution of life‑changing therapies that improve lives around the world.

What you will get
A competitive compensation package. In addition, below is a comprehensive summary of the benefits we offer:

• Performance‑related bonus.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching plan.
• Life insurance, as well as short‑term and long‑term disability insurance.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Paid time off (PTO).

Compensation for this role will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications, skills, experience, and relevant knowledge.

What you will do

• Support import storage, material receipt, warehousing, and distribution activities to ensure smooth and compliant operations.
• Maintain accurate production, inventory, and distribution records in accordance with SOPs and Good Documentation Practices.
• Receive, store, dispense, and issue materials, in‑process products, and finished goods while following all controlled procedures.
• Operate warehouse equipment—including forklifts and transport vehicles—to safely move and coordinate materials.
• Identify and report issues, deviations, errors, or opportunities for improvement to management in a timely and accurate manner.
• Uphold all safety, PPE, and sustainability requirements, and stop work when necessary to maintain a safe environment.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and support functions to ensure accurate inventory, clean workspaces, and compliant handling of hazardous and non‑hazardous waste.

What we are looking for

• High School Diploma or equivalent; training must be current prior to performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs, stand for extended periods, and wear required PPE during dispensing and warehouse activities.
• Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment; valid Florida driver’s license in good standing.
• Strong adherence to compliance standards, documentation accuracy, and Good Documentation Practices.
• Ability to inspect, verify, label, and coordinate materials to ensure proper inventory flow and quality standards.
• Experience performing cycle counts, data entry in ERP systems, and verifying incoming/outgoing shipments preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and attention to detail to support cross‑functional operations.

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.