Title:  Warehouse Operator I

Sun Pharma is the world’s fourth largest generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly ramping up our presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology. 

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Material Handler is responsible for the efficient movement of materials between the warehouse and various departments, including Production and Packaging. This role also encompasses general warehouse operations such as shipping, receiving, storing, and inventory management. The position requires adherence to safety protocols and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Schedule:

1st Shift: Monday-Friday, 7:00am-3:30pm

Key Responsibilities

Under close supervision, the Warehouse Material Handler will:

• Perform physical tasks related to the movement, receiving, shipping, and storage of materials.
• Accurately manage inventory using SAP to reflect physical storage and maintain inventory integrity.
• Pick and put away materials in designated system locations.
• Operate power equipment such as forklifts, stand-up trucks, and other warehouse machinery to load, unload, stack, and transfer materials.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and comply with all safety policies.
• Demonstrate adherence to GMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Unpack and inspect incoming materials against purchase orders/invoices, maintain records of received goods, and report discrepancies in printed packaging materials to the Manager.

Work Environment

This role is performed in a manufacturing, production, and warehouse setting and may involve exposure to:

• Noise: Continuous or intermittent levels that may cause distraction or hearing risk.
• Fumes & Gases: Emissions from combustion or chemical reactions (e.g., carbon monoxide, ozone).
• Odors: Exposure to unpleasant smells.
• Dust: Airborne particles such as textile, wood, or silica dust.

Physical Requirements

To successfully perform this role, the employee must:

• Regularly use hands for handling materials and communicate effectively.
• Frequently stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and bend.
• Lift and carry materials weighing up to 50–75 pounds.
• Move pallets or equipment weighing 100–300 pounds using pallet jacks or Hi-Lo equipment.
• Navigate various work environments including office, lab, warehouse, and plant floors.
• Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including respirators, safety glasses/goggles, and safety shoes.

Travel Requirements

• Travel: None (0%)

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma, Trade School, Vocational School, GED, or equivalent.

Skills & Competencies:

• Basic proficiency in operating receiving equipment.
• Ability to perform SAP transactions related to inventory and material movement.
• Capability to conduct CTPAT inspections and calibrate weighing machines.
• Proficient in operating various types of warehouse trucks (turret, stand-up, sit-down).
• Experience with cycle counting using Teklogic interface.
• Understanding of material destruction procedures.
• Willingness to learn equipment calibration.
• Basic troubleshooting skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• English language proficiency at CEFR Basic A2 level.

Experience

• Entry-level position; prior experience not required.
• Experience operating forklifts or similar equipment is a plus.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $20 to $21/hr. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan, and may be eligible for the Long Term Incentive Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. 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.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives:

Sun Pharmaceuticals (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.