Distribution Coordinator
Who we are?
As a French pharmaceutical industrial group, we strive to make healthcare solutions that improve and simplify patients' lives accessible to as many people as possible.
As a world leader in sterile single dose, we have 10 sites on 4 continents and more than 2400 employees.
Since 2013, our site Unither Manufacturing LLC. based in Rochester (NY), specializes in the manufacture of Blow-Fill-Seal, Liquid Stick-Packs, Pharmaceutical bottles, Tablets and Capsules. It has more than 360 employees.
Your role
Reporting to the Sherelle Brooks,
JOB SUMMARY:
Responsible for the effective flow of materials into the facility, and proper storage based on documented processes. Verifies accuracy of incoming shipments. Responsible for coordinating the tasks associated with the Warehouse associate’s in support of accurate and timely movement of materials physically and in the ERP. Coordinates of the transfers between the facilities and ensures that support is available on the receiving end in the main facility or an offsite warehouse. Generates ideas and assists in the implementation of initiatives to improve quality and delivery, and maintains a high quality, clean and efficient work environment that meets all customer requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production Lines Supplied with Materials and Components
Coordinates delivery of materials and components to production lines.
Locates, picks, & delivers materials from Work orders to production in FEFO sequence.
Supports the Production Lines with material and components according to the weekly schedule to include changes.
Operates Forklifts and other equipment following safety procedures. Maintains awareness of pedestrian traffic, dock and racking conditions always when operating equipment.
Shipments Received
Receives materials and verifies correctness of shipments against documentation. Checks for shortages and damaged goods.
Coordinates receipt of raw material, packaging components and vendor managed inventory for manufacturing and packaging driven by the production schedule.
Receives and checks finished goods quantities received from the production lines for accuracy.
Unloads trucks and proper places (cold chain, controlled substances and labeling) material in the warehouse so that material is staged for inspection.
Receives cold chain materials to support manufacturing and distribution operations. Ensures each product/material is stored in the correct cold chain environment.
Receives/checks finished goods quantities from the production lines for accuracy.
Accurate Inventory
Completes all system transactions for receipt of material, and material movement.
Checks received materials against vendor shipping documents and purchase orders for accuracy.
Performs miscellaneous adjustments as required to reconcile inventory.
Team That Consistently Delivers
Provides directions to staff and coordinates workflow within the work unit, including distributing work, disseminating information, providing technical assistance, answering questions, and resolving problems. Ensures work is scheduled effectively; and checkpoints and controls are set for monitoring progress.
Assists in interviewing and hiring Distribution staff.
Understands HR policies and practices and uses them to help train and manage employees.
Your profile
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REQUIRED EDUCATION:
High School Diploma/GED
D. QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:
3-5 years’ experience in the pharmaceutical industry or as a Receiving / Warehousing Associate.
Licensed operator of materials handling equipment preferred or the ability to obtain licenses/certification within the first 6-8 months on the job.
Intermediate to Advanced skills in company-based and/or customer software that supports Distribution and Supply Chain departments.
E. SPECIFIC SKILLS:
Possess the ability to distinguish changes in inventory and investigate reasons for changes outside normal issues (cycle counts).
Ability to adapt/react to the Packaging Schedule changes daily due to availability of resources, materials or equipment.
F. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ENVIRONMENT:
Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Normal office environment.
Considerable mental/visual concentration, coordinating manual dexterity with mental/visual attention.
Requires frequent lifting or other stressful physical activities.
Subject to frequent interruptions of normal routine.
G. SCOPE OF DECISION-MAKING: (Check only one box to indicate the applicable level of decision-making responsibility required for this position, without any procedures/instructions to follow.)
Compensation range
19.00 - 25.00 USD
- The referenced compensation range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
A Smarter Total Compensation Package
At Unither, your base salary is just the beginning. Our Total Rewards include:
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100% employer-paid medical premiums (a $2,000–$6,000+ annual value)
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401(k) contributions: 6% match plus an additional 4% company-funded contribution
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HSA contributions with wellness incentives
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Annual performance bonuses and merit increase eligibility
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And more—because we invest in your health, your future, and your peace of mind.
It’s a package designed to reward impact—not just hours worked.
More Than Just a Paycheck
At Unither, we don’t just offer competitive hourly wages—we also pay 100% of your medical premiums. That means no paycheck deductions for your healthcare, which can be worth an extra $1 to $3.50 an hour in your pocket compared to jobs where you pay part of the premium.
Learn more about us:
We are a dynamic company driven by a spirit of victory and are therefore pursuing strong growth while maintaining a close relationship with our customers and employees.
Our culture is based on 5 values: Respect, Responsibility, Trust, Courage and Innovation. We are committed to bringing these values to life with our employees by granting them a high degree of autonomy in the exercise of their profession and by encouraging their initiatives.
We are committed to providing them with working conditions and atmosphere that is conducive to their development and the expression of their potential.
We propose you to integrate a site that values the meaning of work and that entrusts our employees with a high level of responsibility.
Join us and make a difference!
Unither is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and to ensuring equal employment opportunity for all applicants.
