Warehouse Associate 2

Merck & Co.; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is hiring for the role of Warehouse Associate 2 in Holly Springs, North Carolina. This position involves storage, handling, and distribution of materials, supporting warehouse operations including shipping and receiving.

The ideal candidate should have experience operating powered industrial trucks, knowledge of SAP ERP for inventory management, and a minimum of 2 years in a related warehouse environment. Join our committed team and ensure efficient logistics operations.

Qualifications

• Minimal 2 years of experience in a warehouse/production environment.
• Knowledge of GxP operations and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to operate machinery and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Support Warehouse Operations in unloading materials and sample shipments.
• Use SAP ERP system for inventory management and shipping.
• Assist with execution of qualification activities for temperature-controlled units.

Skills

Inventory management

SAP ERP system utilization

Operating powered industrial trucks

Education

High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years experience

Associate's degree in Life sciences

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Position Overview

The Warehouse Associate 2 position is responsible for storage, handling, and distribution of materials and products. This role supports Warehouse operations in receiving, shipping, and/or logistics throughout FDBN and works with multiple functions to support operations (e.g., Manufacturing, Quality, Process Sciences). The Warehouse Associate 2 uses Systems Applications and Products (SAP) ERP system for inventory management, cycle counting, and shipping activities while operating in a good manufacturing practice (GMP) facility with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Supports Warehouse Operations to include unloading/loading materials in both receiving and shipping dock areas, and sample shipments
• Supports production operations with materials and product movements for manufacturing areas: Drug Substance, Drug Product, Finished Goods, Weigh/Dispense and Raw Material Sampling
• Uses SAP ERP system to perform goods issuance, receipts, picking, and shipping
• Executes document warehouse activities using standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other applicable documentation in GxP operations
• Uses SAP ERP system to conduct inventory management by performing cycle counts, bin checks, and materials management
• Maintains current training to perform all required activities with Warehouse operations
• Uses a variety of powered industrial trucks (PIT) (e.g., electric pallet jack, forklift), sometimes at heights of over 30 feet
• Attends and participates in department GEMBA and safety walks
• Assists and supports the execution of qualification activities and validation protocols periodically for temperature-controlled units, and all controlled environments in the Warehouse area (e.g., Ambient, Cold, Freezers, Hazardous/Flammable)
• Interfaces with Raw Material Sampling and Weigh and Dispense, management and outside departments
• Travels up to 10%, as required
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with 2+ years related experience in a warehouse/production environment; OR
• Associate's degree in Life sciences or similar area with 0+ years related experience in a manufacturing environment; OR
• Equivalent Military training and experience

Preferred Requirements

• direct experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment
• Bioworks or BTEC Capstone cGMP coursework
• Forklift certification

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time - Up to 240 Minutes
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time - Up to 240 Minutes
• Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools.
• Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 33 pounds
• Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18" to 60" in height, and use twisting motions.
• Will work in warm/cold environments
• Will work in heights greater than 4 feet.