Freight handler Jobs in Winnipeg, MB

Job Summary

The Material Handler is responsible for managing and maintaining materials/finished product inventories in the Emergent warehouses. The incumbent is also responsible for the moving, storing, and issuance of materials in the ERP system (SAP).

Responsibilities

• Performs the organized movement and storage of all incoming controlled materials and consumables; May require the use of a pallet stacker/ forklift when placing materials in the appropriate places in the warehouse racking system
• Issues consumable materials according to KanBan cards/requests and is responsible for distributing those materials in a timely manner
• Dispenses controlled/uncontrolled chemical and non-chemical materials using our ERP system.
• Responsible for receiving incoming and shipping outgoing goods/products using an ERP system and following guidelines/policies
• Enters products received accurately and efficiently in our ERP system.
• Examines deliveries at receipt to check that containers are not damaged and that the consignment corresponds to the order
• Immediately identifies specific storage measures and ensures goods/products are stored in accordance of written instructions/procedures
• Performs the shipment of all goods and products using appropriate temperature management and sufficient packing to provide quality transport
• Initiates and maintains perpetual, cycle, and physical inventory counts of material and finished product inventories in EBCI warehouses to ensure inventory accuracy
• Strives to meet company and department goals/objectives by taking the initiative to make improvement suggestions such as reducing/eliminating waste and/or reducing non-value added activities while maintaining the operating guidelines of the company
• Ensures that communication between fellow employees and other departments are performed in a professional and team oriented manner
• Ensures that all required documentation is complete and accurate
• Cleans/sanitizes and maintains the warehouse, shipping/receiving docks, and other assigned work areas
• Works in accordance with Environmental, Health, and Safety Procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by those in this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, and other duties may be assigned.

Education, Experience & Skills

• A high school diploma or an equivalent level of education
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in a warehouse setting; previous experience in a highly regulated environment such as Pharmaceutical Manufacturing is preferred
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Word and Outlook is required; Data entry experience (with accuracy) is considered a must
• Previous use of a computerized inventory system (e.g. SAP) and previous inventory control experience is highly beneficial
• Strong attention to detail skills is a requirement
• Ability to adhere and to properly execute processes and practices
• A strong work ethic with the ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a team
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical and background check.

There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate.

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