Warehouse Associate I

Alkermes; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Alkermes seeks a Warehouse Associate to manage receipts from carriers, verify deliveries, and distribute materials to end users in Cincinnati. The role requires accuracy with SAP data entry and adherence to cGMP and FDA/DEA guidance.

You will coordinate shipment corrections with Purchasing and perform cycle counts to ensure inventory integrity. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in SAP receiving/shipping, familiarity with DOT/cGMP requirements, and strong math and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• Must have strong analytical, verbal, written and interpersonal skills.
• Customer service orientation and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Experience with material receipt, quarantine, release and reconciliation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Handle receipts from carriers and verify against POs and packing slips.
• Unpack, check condition/content, and distribute materials to end users.
• Input data into SAP for receiving/shipping of materials.
• Maintain security, tracking and accountability of inventory.
• Coordinate shipment corrections with Purchasing.
• Perform cycle counts and investigate discrepancies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal skills

Written skills

Interpersonal skills

Prioritization

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Associates degree or BA/BS considered a plus

DOT and cGMP knowledge/documentation

Tools

SAP

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Warehouse Associate handles receipts from carriers, unpacks and checks the condition and content of deliveries against purchase orders and packing slips, and distributes materials to end users. This individual will coordinate corrections of shipment errors through Purchasing. Other duties may be assigned by the Manager.

Position Summary

The Warehouse Associate handles receipts from carriers, unpacks and checks the condition and content of deliveries against purchase orders and packing slips, and distributes materials to end users. This individual will coordinate corrections of shipment errors through Purchasing. Other duties may be assigned by the Manager.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring the security, tracking, and accountability of materials and goods required for inventory control of controlled and non-controlled items.
• Data input into the SAP system for receiving / shipping of controlled /non-controlled and DEA Controlled Materials, quarantining materials, and transferring material to and from Manufacturing into released materials and shipments.
• Physical and administrative tasks involved in the shipping, receiving, storage, and distribution of materials for all departments.
• Maintain adherence to established protocols and applicable SOPs for shipping / receiving, and recognize and correct deviations from those protocols and procedures.
• Ensuring all cGMP material receipts are handled in accordance with applicable FDA/DEA and cGMP procedures and properly segregated in the warehouse.
• Maintaining security and tracking of all controlled substance and regulated materials receipts and / or shipments.
• Ensuring all receipts, transfers, and shipments are promptly entered into SAP in accordance with applicable standard operating procedures.
• Coordinating with end users and vendors for returned shipments.
• Performing accurate Cycle Counts and investigations into errors that are found.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical, verbal, written, and interpersonal skills required.
• Must be extremely service and internal customer oriented.
• Must be able to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Must be a proactive problem solver.
• Knowledge of routine shipping procedures (i.e. Fed Ex, Airborne, UPS, etc.).
• Knowledge of shipping procedures for hazardous materials.
• Knowledge of material receipt, quarantine, release, distribution, and reconciliation procedures.
• Experience with material handling equipment: forklifts, hand truck, and two-wheel dolly.
• Requires strong math skills, with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to lift or move 40 lbs. overhead.
• Working knowledge of CGMPs, OSHA, EPA, and FDA regulations related to warehousing.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be familiar with roads and highways in the area.
• Must have basic computer skills and good math skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must be punctual, dependable, and organized.
• Attention to detail, especially as related to documentation and materials CGMP.
• Positive attitude and excellent work ethic and a team player.
• Understands company objectives.

Education And Experience

Warehouse Associate I

• Minimum of two (2) years direct SAP experience in a receiving / shipping operation, preferably in a cGMP environment preferred.
• Associates degree or BA / BS considered a plus.
• Must be familiar with DOT and cGMP requirements and documentation.

Warehouse Associate II

• Minimum of two (2) years direct SAP experience in a receiving / shipping operation, preferably in a cGMP environment.
• Associates degree or BA / BS considered a plus.
• Must be familiar with DOT and cGMP requirements and documentation.
• Must have computer accuracy level of at least 95% and proficient with word processing and spreadsheet software.
• Requires strong math skills, with exceptional attention to detail.

About Us

Alkermes applies its decades of deep neuroscience expertise to develop medicines designed to help people living with complex and difficult-to-treat psychiatric and neurological disorders. A global biopharmaceutical company, headquartered in Ireland with U.S. locations in Massachusetts and Ohio, we seek to make a meaningful difference in the way people manage their diseases. We have a portfolio of proprietary commercial products for the treatment of alcohol dependence, opioid dependence, schizophrenia, bipolar I disorder and narcolepsy, and a pipeline of clinical and preclinical candidates in development for various psychiatric and neurological disorders.

We are proud to have been recognized as an employer of choice by many national organizations. In 2024 and 2025, we were certified as a Great Place to Work in the U.S. and named one of Massachusetts’ Top Places to Work by the Boston Globe, a Best Place to Work in Greater Cincinnati by the Cincinnati Business Courier and recognized as a Best Place to Work in BioPharma by Fortune Magazine.

Why join Team Alkermes?

Alkermes, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any qualified applicant or employee because of race, creed, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, military status, application for military service or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law. Alkermes also complies with all work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Alkermes is an E-Verify employer.