Werfen

Werfen, founded in 1966, is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and distributor of specialized diagnostic instruments, related reagents, automation workcells, and data management solutions for use primarily in hospitals and independent clinical laboratories. The Company's business lines include Hemostasis, Acute Care, and Autoimmunity diagnostics, as well as Original Equipment Manufacturing. Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We're passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance patient care.

Our North American Commercial Operations, as well as our Headquarters and Technology Center for Hemostasis and Acute Care Diagnostics, are based in Bedford, MA. Our Headquarters and Technology Center for Autoimmunity Diagnostics is based in San Diego, CA. Additionally, our Technology Center for Hemostasis and Blood Gas Reagents is in Orangeburg, NY, and our Technology Center for Whole Blood Hemostasis is in San Diego, CA.

Position Summary:

The Material Handler physically receives, disperses, and maintains inventory within the stockroom and warehouse areas.

Responsibilities:

• Supply raw materials to assembly departments in accordance with work order and inventory request requirements.
• Adhere to First-In-First-Out (FIFO) policy and all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Verify all material being moved for accuracy of part number, lot and/or serial numbers, and quantity.
• Maintain up-to-date inventory records; perform data entry required for inter-department transfers of finished goods, raw materials, and pick parts on work orders.
• Prepare shipments for outside processing or transfer to other locations in accordance with daily shipment requests.
• Maintain a constant and timely flow of finished goods for external shipping.
• Ensure compliant handling and storage conditions for all materials.
• Perform routine cycle counting activities as required.
• Actively participate in annual physical inventory as required.
• Loads and unload trucks of incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Identify line issues and other warehouse problems; promptly notify Team Leader or Supervisor of all problems.
• Support all efforts and procedures to maintain optimal warehouse conditions.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation as required, in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and all related SOPs.
• Maintain safe working conditions at all times; adhere to all safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure warehouse and related areas are continually kept clean. S
• upport efforts to prevent mix-up of products, materials, and other items so cycle and inventory counts are continually accurate.
• Ensure and maintain compliance with the Company's quality system requirements through training and adherence to policies, procedures and processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experiance:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) to two (2) years previous related warehouse experience; previous experience in a regulated medical device manufacturing or pharmaceutical environment preferred.
• Understanding of inventory and FIFO practices.
• Familiarity with GDP and GMP a plus.
• Basic computer competency; working knowledge of MS Office and experience with larger Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system a plus.
• Basic math, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Forklift experience a plus.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.

If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.

Werfen appreciates and values diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V

We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 5,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.

www.werfen.com