Warehouse Associate - GMP Operations

Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k savings plan

Paid time off plan

Yearly bonus eligibility

Job summary

Nivagen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Sacramento is seeking a Warehouse Associate to manage GMP operations within the warehouse. Responsibilities include material handling, inventory management, and maintaining regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, forklift experience, and 1-2 years of warehousing experience. Competitive compensation is offered, along with a benefits package including medical coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in distribution or warehousing.
• Forklift experience is required.
• Good knowledge of regulatory guidance and standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials.
• Accurately label and store materials.
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and inventory integrity.
• Complete required GMP documentation.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Material handling

Communication skills

Forklift operation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Location

Nivagen Pharmaceuticals Inc, 3900 Duckhorn Dr, Sacramento, CA 95834

About the Job

At Nivagen as a Warehouse Associate - GMP Operations, you will be responsible for warehouse operations such as material handling, receipt, storage, issuance and stock keeping of materials within warehouse.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify incoming materials against purchase orders and quality requirements
• Accurately label, store, and segregate materials based on status (e.g., quarantine, released, rejected) in designated storage areas
• Pick, stage, and deliver materials to Manufacturing, QC, and other departments per approved requests or batch records
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness, organization, and inventory integrity through routine cycle counts and adherence to 5S principles
• Ensure real‑time inventory accuracy through proper usage of ERP or inventory management systems
• Support preparation of materials for outbound shipment, including cold chain and controlled substances as applicable
• Complete and maintain all required GMP documentation, including logbooks, inventory forms, and transaction records
• Assist in the investigation and resolution of discrepancies, deviations, and inventory issues
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment safely and as trained
• Comply with all applicable safety, environmental, and cGMP regulations
• Participate in training, cross‑functional support, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure FEFO (First Expiry First Out) on all material withdrawal
• Check the expiry and retest date of all materials
• Cleaning and sanitization of the warehouse as per SOP, and maintaining relevant logbooks as per SOP
• Perform calibration of weighing balances and other instruments as per SOP
• Disposal of expired, rejected, and damaged goods as per the relevant SOP
• Follow company policies, cGMP's, and Standard Operating Procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Education/Experience

• A High School diploma or equivalent (required)
• 1-2 years of experience in Distribution, Warehousing, Shipping, Receiving, Logistics, Material handling, Customer Service, Inventory Control, or other comparable service line
• Forklift experience (required)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong background in warehouse operations, preferably in a GMP manufacturing facility
• Good knowledge of regulatory guidance and standard operating procedures related to the warehouse
• Good documentation and communication skills

Requirements

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Legally authorized to be employed in the United States
• Must live or be willing to move to the Sacramento Metropolitan Region (Approx. 40 miles radius)
• Able to successfully complete a drug and background check
• Able and willing to walk, stoop, stand, bend, and lift throughout each shift, with or without accommodation
• Completion of picking, packing, and closing competency assessments

Benefits

• Full‑Time and Non‑Exempt
• Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 /Hour (Based on Experience)
• Yearly bonus eligibility
• Benefits: Nivagen offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well‑being
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• 401k savings plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

Nivagen affords equal opportunity for employment to all individuals regardless of race, color, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, history of disability, ancestry, citizenship status, political affiliation, religion, gender, transgender, gender identity, marital status, status as a parent, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or other factors prohibited by law, and restricts harassment or retaliation based on any of these factors.