Group Leader Material Handling

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, performs semi-routine material handling functions to support internal and external customers in an accurate and timely manner. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, material stocking, material issuance, cycle counting, shipping, receiving, and maintaining accurate inventory and clerical records. Ensures all tasks are performed in compliance with GMP requirements while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Essential Job Duties:

• Responsible for supporting warehouse operations by loading and unloading trucks, sorting and sizing materials, stacking and preparing pallets for storage or shipment, identifying products, inspecting materials for damage, packaging shipments, creating and maintaining internal documentation, and accurately entering shipping, receiving, and inventory data into applicable systems.                                                                
• Perform material transfer activities, including stocking, kitting, issuing, and internal delivery of materials. Ensure materials are directed to the appropriate internal locations, including staging and storage areas, production lines, and other designated plant locations, while maintaining inventory accuracy and supporting operational efficiency.
• Perform stocking, kitting, issuing, and internal delivery of materials. Direct materials to the appropriate internal locations, including staging and storage areas, production lines, while ensuring accurate material handling and inventory control.                                                                           
• Assist with the maintenance of all equipment and monitoring devices used within the department. Ensure that all required calibrations, inspections, and preventive maintenance activities are completed according to the established schedule and documented in compliance with applicable procedures and GMP requirements.                                                                     
• Perform routine housekeeping activities in all warehouse and work areas in compliance with departmental procedures and current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) requirements. All areas must be maintained in an organized, safe, secure, and orderly condition at all times. Cleaning and sanitization activities shall be performed in accordance with approved procedures. Records and logs associated with cleaning, sanitization, and pest control must be completed accurately, remain legible, and be maintained up to date in accordance with applicable procedures and documentation requirements.                 
• Investigate and resolve employee relations issues, partnering with department management and Human Resources to ensure timely and effective solutions.                                                                   
• Makes decisions independently within a clearly defined area of responsibility.                                                                           

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. APICs courses or certification desirable
• 1-2 years experience in a production inventory control environment working with MRP systems, PC for data entry, inquiry and communication, and shipping using UPS, DHL and/or Federal Express systems
• Minimum 1 year previous experience with pharmaceutical/biologics/related healthcare manufacturing clean environments
• Solid math skills including knowledge of U.S. and metric systems
• Ability to speak read and write in English
• Basic typing and 10-key pad skills
• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs, occasionally lift and/or move between 50 and 100 lbs using lifting aids, techniques, or appropriate assistance
• Ability to work in different environments including indoor, outdoor, confined spaces and cold storage areas (-30C).
  Must be able to operate forklifts and hand-operated material handling equipment to lift/move material
• Demonstrated ability to relate well to others and to manage conflicts effectively
• Able to maintain regular and predictable attendance
• Able to work rotations and weekends as required

Occupational Work Demands:

Work is performed in a warehouse environment.  Exposure to chemicals and to electrical manufacturing equipment and moving machinery. Exposure to high levels of noise.  Occasional entry into confined spaces, requiring kneeling, crawling and squatting. Works at heights on scaffolding and/or on ladders. Operates forklifts, tractors and power equipment. Personal protective equipment required such as protective eyewear, safety shoes, gloves and hearing protection. May walk; stand, bend and twists waist for 2-4 hours per day.  Frequent hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.  Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects. Frequent foot movement. Light to moderate lifting and carrying of 15-44lbs. for 2-4 hours per day.  Heavy lifting and carrying of 45lbs.and over for 2-4 hours per day with a maximum lift of 75lbs. Hearing acuity essential. Depth perception and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Frequently performs simple and routine tasks that vary little each day by following a set of written or oral instructions/procedures.  Maintains work pace to meet production standards.

*This job description is accurate at the date of publication.  It is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope and general nature of the work performed by job holders within this position. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.  Other duties may be assigned and qualifications required may change over time.

The estimated pay scale for Group Leader - Material Handler role based in California, is $28.00 -$33.00. . Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays and up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression. Grifols is a global healthcare organization with employees in 30 countries focused on patient health and providing impactful results. Since our humble beginnings in 1909, Grifols has been a family company that prides itself on its family-like culture. Our company has more than tripled over the last 10 years, and you can grow with us! 

Third Party Agency and Recruiter Notice:

Agencies that present a candidate to Grifols must have an active, nonexpired, Grifols Agency Master Services Agreement with the Grifols Talent Acquisition Department. Additionally, agencies may only submit candidates to positions that they have been engaged to work on by a Grifols Recruiter. All resumes must be sent to a Grifols Recruiter under these terms or they will be considered a Grifols candidate.

Grifols provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.  We will consider for employment all qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable laws, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

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Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : CA-City of Industry:USCOI - City of Industry, CA

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