Warehouse Operator (Information Technology)
At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals!
As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. We're driven by our vision of ‘Food and Companionship Enriching Life' and our approach to sustainability – the Elanco Healthy Purpose™ – to advance the health of animals, people, the planet and our enterprise.
At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you'll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights.
Making animals' lives better makes life better – join our team today!
Your Role: Warehouse Operator
The Warehouse Operator helps to manage materials in support of production operations at the Elwood, KS manufacturing facility. This includes, but is not limited to, receiving, sampling, moving, preparing materials for use and shipping. The position is also responsible for maintaining GMP documentation, data entry into the SAP ERP system, cycle counting and helping to resolve discrepancies. It is a fast-paced role in a dynamic, biopharmaceutical environment.
Your Responsibilities:
Handles Material Flow: Receives, inspects, labels, stores, and distributes raw materials and packaging components within the warehouse, utilizing various equipment and adhering to FEFO principles. Loads and unloads materials from diverse vehicles.
Manages Inventory: Conducts cycle counting, monitors inventory levels, ensures adequate stock for production, investigates discrepancies, and maintains shipping supply stock.
Utilizes SAP: Executes data entry processes in SAP for receiving and shipping, verifying order accuracy, delivery details, and lead times.
Coordinates Shipping & Logistics: Liaises with carriers, arranges shipments, addresses shipping issues (damage, shortages, nonconformance), and provides delivery instructions.
Prioritizes Safety & Compliance: Maintains a safe and clean work environment, adheres to safety and quality standards, follows hazardous material handling procedures, and reports incidents/deviations.
What You Need to Succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Basic computer skills including experience with Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office products. Proficient typing ability.
Perform calculations and conversions involving weights, volumes, and percentages.
What Will Give You the Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications):
Fork truck certification.
Experience using SAP.
Understanding of basic Good Manufacturing / Documentation Practices (GMP / GDP)
Other Information:
Must be physically able to perform job which includes sustained heavy lifting over extended periods of time.
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
8-week parental leave
9 Employee Resource Groups
Annual bonus offering
Flexible work arrangements
Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
