Job Description Summary

Primary responsibilities are warehouse operations, shipping & receiving, and inventory management, including activities as receipt, stocking, replenishment, etc.

Job Description

Location: This position is on-site in Morris Plains, NJ

Hours: This is an hourly, non-exempt position. There are 2 positions available.

Friday-Monday 8:00am-6:00pm or 9:00am-7:00pm - 2 positions open.

Major accountabilities:

Coordination of shipping, receiving, storage and processing of goods. May include imports/exports.
Lead teams to assure inventory accuracy.
Load and unload trucks using industrial equipment.
Inspect and verify material, labels and documents for completeness and accuracy
Transfer material to proper storage areas
Work with maintenance staff scheduling PM's for the warehouse equipment
Responsible for Successful on time completion of required training curriculum comprising of the necessary Global Operating Procedures (GOPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Aseptic Techniques, Gowning Qualifications and other relevant training including HSE for the specific role.

Key performance indicators:

Availability of accurate data for:
- Inventory
- Month end reporting
- Warehouse occupancy
Knowledge of cGMP regulations and FDA guidance applicable to biologics and cell therapy manufacturing.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent, College degree preferred.
Minimum 2-3 years' experience in Distribution, Warehousing, Manufacturing experience in a regulated industry preferred.
Pharmaceutical industry preferred

Work Experience:

Operations Management and Execution
ERP experience preferred, but not required.
Prior experience with the KANBAN system is preferred.
Strong written and oral communication skills, detail oriented.
Ability to handle physical requirements, including but not limited to, extended standing, walking, sitting, repeated bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a variety of temperature-controlled environments.
Ability to work well in a team setting.
Ability to maintain a professional work environment.

Languages:

Fluent in speaking and writing in English

Why Novartis: Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives and our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company in the world. How can we achieve this? With our people. It is our associates that drive us each day to reach our ambitions. Be a part of this mission and join us! Learn more here: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

The pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $51,800 and $77,600/year; however, while salary ranges are effective from 1/1/24 through 12/31/24, fluctuations in the job market may necessitate adjustments to pay ranges during this period. Further, final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to geographical location, experience level, knowledge, skills and abilities. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a sign-on bonus, restricted stock units, and discretionary awards in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors

You'll receive: You can find everything you need to know about our benefits and rewards in the Novartis Life Handbook.

Handbook. https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams' representative of the patient and communities we serve.

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EEO Statement:

The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers and take pride in maintaining a diverse environment. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to building diverse teams, representative of the patients and communities we serve, and we strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodations

The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to tas.nacomms@novartis.com call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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Salary Range

$44,700.00 - $67,100.00

Skills Desired

Aws (Amazon Web Services), Computer Data Storage, Continual Improvement Process, Detail-Oriented, General Hse Knowledge , Including Gdp, Knowledge Of Gmp, Logistics, Manufacturing Production, Order Management, Product Distribution, Sap Erp, Supply Chain, Transportation, Warehouse Management