Material Handler - Whitby, Canada - Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific
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Whitby, Canada

1 month ago

Sophia Lee

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Summary:


Work closely with the Material Handlers, Packaging and Warehouse staff to ensure the daily processing schedule is supported from a materials perspective.

Ensure materials are accurately reconciled in a timely manner during production and reconciliation are entered in the ERP system.


Essential Functions:


  • Supply materials to the processing rooms.
  • Monitor packaging schedule to ensure packaging jobs are staged and delivered in a timely manner.
  • Work with the warehouse staging personnel to ensure the effective release, staging and flow of materials.
  • Ensure accuracy in counting and reconciling of packaging jobs.
  • Confirm material consumptions using the ERP system.
  • Ensure general housekeeping of packaging area and participate in 5s initiatives.
  • Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
  • Perform alternating or rotating shift work

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is required.


Experience:

Minimum 1 year experience in a warehouse environment preferably in a pharmaceutical manufacturing or food processing plant.

Previous experience with manual and electrical lift trucks would be an asset.


Equivalency:

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Mathematical aptitude. Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. Detail oriented and organized, with a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness. Sound knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and safety regulations. Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs. Proficiency with the English language.


Standards and Expectations:

Follow all Environmental Health & Safety Policies and Procedures. Work harmoniously with fellow team members, modelling positive team principles and partnering to meet project and departmental objectives. Carry out all duties within strict compliance to Patheon quality systems SOP's and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Maintain workspace in a clean and orderly fashion.

Actively engage in and adhere to departmental systems in order to maintain a smooth and efficient workflow (visual management, scheduling systems, etc.).

Be client and patient conscious at all times.

Understand Key Performance Indicators and strive to improve the performance of the team by identifying areas for system improvements and engage in problem solving.

Models positive thinking and is open to change, motivating the team to adapt to shifts in priorities and new ways of working.

Proactively identify areas for improvement in the execution of procedures. Communicate risks to timelines of deliverables in a proactive manner. Consistently strives to improve skills and knowledge in related field.


Physical Requirements:


Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about manufacturing/office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of up to 40 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity; visual acuity to operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time.

Usually in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors causing moderate physical discomfort from such things as dust, loud noise, bright lights, fumes or odour.

Use of Personal Protective equipment is required and may include any of the following:
safety glasses, safety shoes, lab coat, gloves, hair net, beard cover, safety apron, respirator.
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