Warehouse Operator

Roquette; Institute (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Roquette, a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and pharmaceutical excipients, seeks a Warehouse Operator for POLYOX operations in Institute, WV. You will prepare finished product for packaging, manage inventory, ship/receive items, and operate a forklift while adhering to cGMP and EH&S programs.

This role requires 2+ years in distribution/warehouse operations, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in distribution/warehouse operations.
• Knowledge of distribution/shipping DOT requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Conform to plant safety and environmental policies; prioritize personal safety.
• Work in and comply with cGMP guidelines.
• Package, prepare, and load product for shipments as needed based on demand.
• Assess shipment needs against production volume and coordinate with shipping.
• Load and unload product/packaging material using a forklift.
• Apply proper package labeling and shipping documentation per DOT requirements.
• Collaborate with team and communicate across employees using multiple methods.
• Participate in EH&S teams and initiatives to implement solutions.
• Maintain motivation, prioritize tasks, and make informed decisions to meet business needs.

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.

Want to help us make a difference?

Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients.

Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.

We are looking for our next Warehouse Operator within POLYOX™ operations. The Warehouse Operator will be responsible for preparing finished product for packaging and drum shipment. This will also include inventory management, shipping and receiving functions as well as forklift operation for material movements. The incumbents will also participate in all EH&S programs and initiatives as well as assisting to implement solutions.

This position is in Institute, WV.

Compensation

The current hourly rate range for this role is estimated to be $20.00/hr – $24.00/hr. In addition, this position may also be eligible to earn performance-based incentive compensation. The specific compensation offered to a candidate will be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

What You’ll Do

• Conform to plant safety and environmental policies, accepting responsibility for personal safety
• Work in, and comply with, cGMP guidelines
• Package, prepare, and load product for shipments as needed based on demand
• Assess shipment needs against production volume and organize material inventory as needed working with shipping coordinator
• Load and unload product/packaging material through use of fork lift
• Application of proper package labeling and shipping documentation with regard to D.O.T. requirements
• Ability to work in a team environment and communication with other employees using multiple methods of communication
• Participate on organization EH&S teams and initiatives to implement solutions and improvements
• Maintain a high degree of motivation by being flexible, displaying good leadership, and being able to prioritize and make informed decisions to meet business requirements

Education

What You’ll Need

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience

• 2+ years of relevant experience/education in distribution/warehouse operations
• Knowledge of distribution/shipping D.O.T. requirements
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Excel, Word
• Willing and able to: lift or move up to 50 lbs., climb stairs, ladders
• Experience working in cGMP facility (preferred)

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk, climb stairs, use hands and fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; work in hot, cold and loud environments. Employee must be able to wear a respirator.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full-time position. Currently, distribution operations occur across 2–8-hour shifts – 6:30A-2:30P and 2:30P-10:30P. Candidate will be expected to work this schedule on alternating weeks. Depending on demand, overtime may also be required.

Business Travel

• Limited to no business travel is expected for this position.

AAP/EEO Statement

Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. “AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace”

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences.

Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws.

As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.

To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com