Warehouse Associate /Machine Operator

Overview:

TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries in the world. Our client is a, passionate about improving and saving the lives of patients through high quality, innovative medical devices and services. A leading global manufacturer of specialty medical devices that provides innovative and lifesaving solutions for the world’s healthcare markets. Specializing in Infusion Therapy, Vascular Access, Vital Care, and Specialty Products & Services.

Job Description:

Qualifications:

• Ability to operate electric walker/overhead pallet truck, mechanical stretch wrapper.
• Written and verbal communication, reading, math, problem solving.
• Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Excel & word. Ability to utilize and understand ERP software application.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred. High School Diploma or GED
• Education requirements can be obtained through an educational institution or gained through equivalent work experience

Abilities:

• Recurring physical demands include sitting, standing, walking, crouching, reaching. Lifting 50 lbs. or less and pushing 150 lbs. or less.

Warehouse:

• Dealing with the ongoing heavy activity from interaction with associates to operating forklifts to move skids. Chemical Room: Exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes.

Manufacturing:

• May need to move about close proximity to equipment.

Responsibilities:

• This job description covers skills and responsibilities for the Warehouse Associate.
• The Warehouse Associate is responsible for handling the daily responsibilities of issuing and receiving materials and chemicals to the manufacturing areas.
• Perform receiving functions. Receiving, inspect to specification & delivery of raw material as required.
• Receiving of Internal WIP material from affiliates. Verification of Packing Slip matching received product / Lot #, product description. Q.A. stamp of Certificates of Analysis (COA) for materials deemed acceptable.
• Elevation of COA discrepancies to Warehouse Management and Quality Systems Management for discrepancy resolution. Verification of materials after discrepancy resolution. Stage accepted material in appropriate location.
• Ordering raw materials to meet the business needs. Manage minimum - maximum Kanban inventory levels, working with buyer and internal suppliers.
• Issuing materials to the manufacturing departments.
• Packing materials to ship to affiliates.
• Issuing chemicals to manufacturing departments.
• Perform cycle counts when required.
• Issuing delivered goods to addressee.
• Unload deliveries and contact owners for instruction.
• Maintain MRO items to meet business needs. Ensure compliance with company policies and business practices including FDA (Food & Drug Administration) regulations, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and ISO (International Organization for Standardization) requirements.
• This position is required to assure compliance of Company operations to all applicable laws, regulations and standards, good business practices and company documented procedures (including knowledge of all standards, government occupational health and environmental regulations and statutes related to the site).
• Engage others, promote, and participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety initiatives, focusing on continuous improvement. Failure to meet requirements of the position could impact production schedules/operations.

Key Internal and External Relationships:

• Manufacturing and other Warehouse Associates.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Ability to Relocate:

• Southington, CT 06489: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person