Warehouse Technician

Nivagen Pharmaceuticals; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly bonus eligibility

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

Nivagen is seeking a Warehouse Associate - GMP Operations in the Sacramento metropolitan area. You will manage warehousing tasks including receiving, labeling, storage, picking, and shipping while maintaining GMP standards and 5S housekeeping.

Responsibilities include inventory accuracy, ERP transactions, batch record support, and safety compliance. The role requires 1–2 years in warehousing, forklift experience, and the ability to relocate or live nearby.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–2 years in distribution, warehousing, shipping, receiving, logistics, or related.
• Forklift experience required.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, and verify materials against orders and quality requirements.
• Label, store, and segregate materials by status in designated areas.
• Pick, stage, and deliver materials to Manufacturing, QC, and other departments per requests or batch records.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and 5S cleanliness; support ERP transactions.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and per training.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Nivagen is a global company and serves an extraordinary purpose to make a difference in people’s lives by discovering, developing, and delivering the most cost-effective generic prescription drugs and over the counter products for the North American market. For a decade, we have stayed true to a core set of values, excellence, integrity, and respect for people. We also are committed to investing in our employees and supporting a culture of well-being through competitive pay, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and training and development resources.

Job Location:

Must live or willing to move to Sacramento Metropolitan Region (Approx. 40 miles’ radius)

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 expiry and retest date of all material before dispensing
• Cleaning and sanitization of 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 relevant SOP
• Follow company policies, cGMP’s, and Standard Operating Procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by site leadership

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

• A High School diploma or equivalent (required)
• 1-2 years of experience in anyone, or combination of the following: 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 a GMP manufacturing facility
• Good knowledge of regulatory guidance and standard operating procedure related to 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 willing to move to 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
• $20 -$28/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

Additional Information:

Nivagen to afford 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 to prohibit harassment or retaliation based on any of these factors.