Warehouse Associate 3

Merck & Co.; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Merck & Co. is seeking a Warehouse Associate 3 at the Holly Springs facility to support storage, receiving, shipping and distribution of materials and products within a GMP environment.

You will work with SAP ERP to manage inventory, cycles counts, and material movements, while ensuring safe operations and compliance with SOPs. The role requires flexibility for shift work or weekend hours, possible on-call duties, and collaboration with Manufacturing, Quality, and Process Sciences teams to meet

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 4 years of related manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of GMP and SOPs in a warehouse setting.

Responsibilities

• Unload and load materials at receiving and shipping docks.
• Maintain inventory with SAP ERP including cycle counts and material movements.
• Lead safety walks and train associates on warehouse operations.

Skills

GMP knowledge

SOP adherence

SAP ERP

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

Position Overview

The Warehouse Associate 3 position will be responsible for storage, handling, and distribution of materials and products at the Holly Springs FDBN large scale manufacturing facility, which produces Drug Substance, Drug Product, and Finished Goods products. This role will be supporting Warehouse operations in receiving, shipping, and/or logistics throughout the FDBN facility therefore this candidate will be working with multiple functions to support operations: Manufacturing, Quality, Process Sciences, and other customers as needed. The Warehouse Associate 3 will be using SAP ERP system for inventory management, cycle counting, and shipping activities while operating in a GMP facility with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

This position will require shift work or weekend hours to support operations and/or required to fulfill on-call responsibilities, as needed.

Job Description

What You'll Do

During Project Phase:

Assists in the preparation for operational readiness including but not limited to: creation/implementing new SOPs, development or transfer of warehouse business processes, testing and commissioning support with validation, and start up activities with SAP ERP.

Interim responsibilities for operational readiness during the start-up phase of the FDBN large scale greenfield site.

Potential travel up to 25% (international or domestic) may be required during the project phase.

In Operations

• Supports Warehouse Operations to include unloading/loading materials in both receiving and shipping dock areas, and supporting sample shipments
• Supports production operations with materials and product movements for manufacturing areas (Drug Substance, Drug Product, Finished Goods and Weigh/Dispense as well as Raw Material Sampling)
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) level of SAP ERP system to goods issuance, receipts, picking, and shipping
• Executes and documents warehouse activities using standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and other applicable documentation in GxP operations
• Ensures inventory management by performing cycle counts, bin checks, and materials management using knowledge of SAP ERP system
• Maintains current training to perform all required activities with Warehouse operations
• Uses of a variety of powered industrial trucks (PIT), sometimes at heights of over 30 feet
• Leads department GEMBA and safety walks
• Assists/Supports with execution of qualification activities and/or validation protocols periodically for temperature controlled units, and all controlled environments in the Warehouse area: (Ambient, Cold, Freezers, Hazardous/Flammable) storage
• In collaboration with management reviews, authors and updates SOPs and Work Instructions as needed
• Trains associates on Warehouse operations
• Interfaces with Raw Material Sampling and Weigh and Dispense, supervision and outside departments
• Performs other duties, as assigned

Knowledge, Skills

• Understanding of cGMPs
• Knowledge of the operation of Warehouse equipment
• Understanding of safety and operational procedures
• Ability to assist with operations, learn and ask questions
• Ability to follow technical instructions and document them
• Ability to assist and lead in troubleshooting
• Some understanding of warehouse scheduling and shift activities
• Ability to work closely and effectively in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced changing environment

Basic Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 4 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Requirements

• Associate degree and 2+ years of direct experience in cGMP manufacturing environment OR
• BA / BS, preferably Life Sciences or Engineering
• Equivalent Military training/experience
• Internal or after training: Qualified on unit operation
• SAP experience

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc. No X Yes
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 240 frequency/minutes (If yes, may specify frequency/duration: up to 15, 30, 120, 240 minutes)
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. No X Yes 240 frequency/minutes (If yes, may specify frequency/duration: up to 15, 30, 120, 240 minutes)
• Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include writs, hands and/or fingers. No X Yes
• Ability to operate machinery and/or power tools. No X Yes
• Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to X pounds. No X Yes If yes, 10 lbs. X 33 lbs.
• Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18" to 60" in height, and use twisting motions. No X Yes

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Will work in warm/cold environments No X Yes 2-8C, -20C, -40C Range (If yes, specify approximate temperature ranges.)
• Will work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. X No Yes
• Will work in small and/or enclosed spaces. X No Yes
• Will work in heights greater than 4 feet. No X Yes