A Warehouse Generalist will be assigned a core work area but is required to be cross-trained and able to fulfill business needs in all areas of the Distribution Center. A Warehouse Generalist is responsible for the fulfillment, packing and verification for all customer orders within the North America Distribution Network. This position requires the associate to gain knowledge of and adhere to HSE, GMP and SOP requirements while maintaining operational efficiencies. Warehouse Generalists are expected to perform multiple (some non-routine) tasks that in many cases require judgement and accuracy in fulfilling customer orders. Must be able to be certified and operate powered industrial vehicles (forklifts) and other warehouse equipment (pallet wrappers, hand carts, etc) in a safe manner.
We deliver 4.3 billion healthcare solutions to people every year, thanks to the flawless planning and meticulous eye for detail of our Manufacturing & Supply teams. With your talent and ambition, we can do even more to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families. Your job, as Warehouse Generalist within our Distribution Team, will be responsible for packing.
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. We're also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
Main Responsibilities
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Fulfill, pack, verify and record the necessary data for all customer orders and requests.
Support team however required to prepare necessary documentation that supports the fulfillment and shipment tasks; including: move tickets, material transfer and requisition forms, packing lists, shipping labels, truck bills, manifests, etc.
Willing to support the required business area based on daily demand: willing to learn and adjust easily with changing priorities.
Candidate must possess organization and precision with inventory control for multiple businesses operating in close proximity of each other.
Offer support in Quality Control team member checks/verifications as required by SOPs.
Assure accurate inventory counts and inventory balance information is maintained and reported using information in the SAP inventory system per Standard Work Instructions/Standard Operating Procedure Instructions.
Assist in assuring a safe working environment.
Adhere to standard operating procedure and department operating procedures.
Practice good housekeeping of work area and equipment used in the fulfillment process.
Attend, participate, & successfully complete all training sessions, safety and/or GMP.
III. WORK LEADERSHIP OR SUPERVISION
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About You
Education
High-school level command of spelling, grammar, and math, and/or basic vocational skills training (e.g., high school diploma, general education degree)
Job Related Experience
Minimum 3 years experience order filling/processing and storage or 6 years experience in warehousing/distribution order fulfillment
The company reserves the right to consider candidates not possessing these minimum requirements but who possesses an equivalent combination of comparable education and experience. Internal Career Development candidates are one example where minimum educational and job experience requirements may not be applicable.
Knowledge, Skills and Equivalent Experience
Stringent guidelines must be followed to ensure product integrity is maintained while in transit and during storage
Data entry skills and SAP software experience is required to perform processing responsibilities
Other duties as required to support warehouse operations at any capacity.
Dedicated, team player who is quality and solutions oriented
Physical Requirements of the job
This job has specific physical requirements such as lifting, driving, ability to travel, etc.
Leadership Success Profiles & Company Values
Job requires consistent demonstration of appropriate behavioral competencies as defined through the company's Leadership Success Profile Model and Company Values (Audacity, Creativity, Respect, Courage, Solidarity & Performance).
Other qualifications
The following are considered a plus:
Hazardous material shipping experience and certification
Powered equipment certification
The following are considered critical capacities to perform this position:
Stand for extended periods of time (in some cases up to 100%), although some limited tasks would require sitting
Handling frozen and/or refrigerated gel packs for extended periods of time
Exposure to cold temperature (2C - 8C) for extended periods of time
Exposure to cold temperature (-20C) for not longer than 15 minutes per task
Lift, bend and move at waist level, above the shoulders and below the knees; up to 10Ibs continually and occasionally up to 50lbs
Push and pull frequently up to 25Ibs. Frequently is defined as up to 66% of time in a regular shift
Reach above shoulder level up to 66% of time in a regular shift
Repetitive hand movements (both hands) include packing orders and inputting data into SAP through a hand held device
Continually is defined as 67-100% of time in a regular shift and occasionally is defined as up to 33% of time in a regular shift
Why Choose Us
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it's through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave.
THE FINE PRINT
For influenza production roles (excluding FFIP roles): candidate must be able to be receive influenza vaccine which is required for building access
For aseptic area production roles (excluding Flu production tech roles): candidate must be able to obtain and maintain current aseptic gowning qualification
This position may be required to be moved or temporarily flexed to another department or building within the FFIP operation due to business needs. Additionally, candidates should expect to work in multiple buildings. Some over-time/off-shift work hours may be required based on business needs. We will attempt to provide as much advance notice as possible, two weeks where applicable if any such change is needed.
Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., and bend/lift/move objects as part of the job.
Able to stand for up to 8 hours a day (with occasional breaks)
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.