Warehouse Associate

Job purpose

The Warehouse Associate-II will be responsible for the movement of both inventory and non-inventory items within the Sun Pharma warehouse(s), production and compounding departments, and with external customers while providing a high level of service to internal and external stakeholders.

Duties and responsibilities

• Operate Fork Lift and/or Pallet trucks:
  • Timely pick, stage, load/unload trucks, check and supply components, bulk inventory, and raw materials as per pick lists for the Packaging, Compounding and other internal departments.
• Verify material description, item number, lot number, container number, license plate and counts for all inbound and outbound materials and to ensure proper documentation in SAP according to procedures.
• Material movements via RF Gun and backup systems when required.
• Drive the 5-ton Sun Pharma Truck to move material safely between the Sun Pharma buildings.
• Perform timely cycle counts as required.
• Complete all cGMP Documentation correctly and in a timely manner.
• Complete all training assignments and maintain personal training records.
• Participate in Internal, Customer and Regulatory Audits.
• General housekeeping duties in efforts to maintain a clean and organized working area as per cGMP.
• Learn all receiving and distribution functions including but not limited to receipts of non-inventory items, receiving of tankers, process of load building/closing and customs support.
• Required to follow and adhere to proper material handling procedures.
• Must be flexible to work in B132, B130, B126 & B114.
• Must be flexible to work on any shift given sufficient notice.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibility (Only applicable to customer facing roles)

Report any adverse event received from customers for company products to the pharmacovigilance department / Drug Safety on the same day or within 1 business day

Qualifications

• Minimum Secondary School / High School Diploma.
• Valid Ontario Driver's License in good standing is required.
• Fork lift truck certification is required.
• 2-5 years' experience with Raymond Reach truck, and Ride on Walkie (Counter balance is an asset).
• 2 to 5 years of experience within a Warehouse environment.
• Prior pharmaceutical/food environment experience is a strong asset.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Strong ability to multi-task, manage time, and work independently.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Fluent in English
• Good mathematical skills.
• Understanding of cGMP concepts and SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Good understanding of SAP and RF is an asset.
• Ability to lift up to 25kgs objects and handle 220 kg drums using supplied equipment.
• Must be safety consciousness.
• First Aid/CPR training is an asset.
• Flexibility to work overtime on an as required basis.
• Troubleshoot inventory issues.
• Work as a team to resolve problems.
• Know when to ask for help when the situation becomes too complex to resolve individually

Working conditions

• Warehouse environment (room temperature).
• Exposure to external weather conditions if asked to do an outdoor task.
• Ability to cope in a busy working environment is required.

Physical requirements

• Mix of standing, walking, bending, moving and lifting safely up to 25Kg containers and occasional handling drums of up to 220 kg with supplied equipment.

Direct reports

NA

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $47,500 to $58,000. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; RRSP savings plan; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression or any other ground protected by applicable human rights legislation.

The Company does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries, Inc. (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.