Operator I - Distribution Tech

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Organization Overview:

This opening is in the Distribution Warehouse, which is responsible for order processing functions such as picking, packing, and shipping pharmaceutical orders to sales reps, wholesalers, and retailers.

Distribution Technicians typically rotate through a variety of roles related to performing these functions.

Location: Plainfield Distribution Center- Plainfield, Indiana, reports to the

                 Supervisor of Distribution Operations.

Position Responsibilities: 

• Pick and pack customer orders. This includes interaction with the

            warehouse management system via a handheld RF device. Material is

            picked by using RF device to scan product license plate. Validated

            packing requirements must be followed precisely. When pick/pack

            function is complete, order is weight checked to verify accuracy. Orders

            are consolidated by license plate to ship units. Packing list and ship

            label are printed and included with shipment.

• Responsible for complying with FDA and OSHA requirements.

• Responsible for ensuring that all training identified in his/her individual training plan (ITP) is current and complete

• Constantly look for improvements in productivity, compliance, and data accuracy.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school degree/GED

• Minimum of 1 year of warehouse experience.

• Qualified applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Lilly will not provide support for or sponsor work authorization or visas for this role, including but not limited to F-1 CPT, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, J-1, H-1B, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, or L-1

Additional Skills/Preferences:

• Experience working with an electronic warehouse management system. Such as SAP, Exacta, Worldlink and RF scanners

• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to details

• Must be flexible and willing to be cross trained to perform multiple assignments

• Must be willing to work overtime with little notice

• Must be reliable and have a good work attendance history

• Demonstrated computer skills

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment

• Demonstrated a high productivity rate in previous assignments

• Must be able to complete basic math, such as adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing. Counting large number of items and have an accurate count

• Self-starter requiring minimal supervision

• Experience operating pallet jacks and powered industrial trucks is a must

• Must be willing to work a portion of the workday in a chilled environment (36-46F)

• Standing, lifting (up to 40 lbs) and bending are required.

         

Additional Information:

• Work Shift: 5 days a week, 8 hour days M-F

• Personal Considerations:  No known allergies to antibiotics.

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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location.  The anticipated wage for this position is

$17.30 - $34.38

Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly’s compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.

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