Shipping & Receiving Associate III - Flexibility Needed
GRIFOLS, S.A.
Summary
Grifols Diagnostic Solutions in San Diego, CA is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Associate III. The Shipping and Receiving Associate III will report to the Supervisor, Distribution and will coordinate complex Blood Typing Solutions shipments including the management of shipments from GDS San Diego to multiple destinations. This role is also responsible for performing a variety of tasks in a warehouse environment involving the handling and storing of materials, parts, supplies and equipment.
Job description
Primary Responsibilities
- Manages temperature-controlled, inventoried material in multiple warehouse locations.
- Performs Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) transactions in SAP.
- Processes Transfer Orders (TO's), Goods Receipts (GR's).
- Operates various manual and motorized warehouse equipment.
- Reprioritizes tasks based on unexpected changes in the schedule and business needs.
- Maintains training requirements.
- Maintains warehouse organization and cleanliness.
- Maintains inventory accuracy.
- Notifies management if materials experience temperatures out of specification.
- Coordinates transfer and reconciliation of materials between facilities and completes required documentation.
- Inter- and intradepartmental interaction.
- Performs, plans, coordinates material and/or equipment transfers between warehouse locations, as required.
- Leads shipping/receiving activities.
- Authorized to operate the company vehicle to deliver/retrieve raw materials, semi-finished goods or finished goods and ensures temperature remains within specification.
- Proficient in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (i.e. familiar with controls, functionalities and material management).
- Identifies when issues arise, presents possible solutions and seeks approval.
- Trains new colleagues and ensures processes are being followed.
- Assigned to special projects and/or activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
- Computer knowledge and use of email and system applications.
- Organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Strong mathematic skills.
- Knowledge of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Able to adapt to changing environments.
- Able to communicate effectively among peers.
- Good customer service interaction.
- Able to meet aggressive deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of dangerous goods and/or hazardous material handling.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for shipping activities.
- Ability to prioritize daily workloads.
- Independent-thinking and solution oriented.
Education and Experience
Typically requires a high school diploma or AA with related experience. 2-4 years in related experience (i.e. fast-paced, high demand, high throughput environment) with high school diploma or 2-3 years in related experience with AA. Must have at least 2 years of GMP experience in a regulated environment.
Requirements
- At least 2-4 years of shipping and receiving experience
- At least 2 years of GMP experience in a regulated environment
- High school diploma or AA with related experience
- SAP knowledge and experience preferred
- Prior experience working with carriers for international shipments preferred
- Proficiency in ERP systems
- Knowledge of dangerous goods and/or hazardous material handling
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements for shipping activities
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs and occasionally up to 55 lbs
- Ability to work in cold environments (2-8C or -20C)
- Flexibility to work other shifts based on business needs
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Life Insurance
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Bonus Pool up to 5%
Company overview
Grifols, S.A. is a global healthcare company and leading producer of plasma-derived medicines, founded in Barcelona, Spain in 1909. As the European leader and third largest plasma-derived medicine manufacturer worldwide, Grifols specializes in developing, producing, and marketing essential plasma-derived protein therapies for patients suffering from rare, chronic, and life-threatening conditions. The company operates across four main business units: Biopharma (plasma-derived medicines), Diagnostic (transfusion medicine and clinical diagnostics), Bio Supplies (biological materials for research), and Healthcare Solutions for Hospitals. With over 23,800 employees serving more than 110 countries, Grifols maintains 15 industrial facilities across seven countries and operates approximately 400 plasma donation centers globally. The company focuses on therapeutic areas including immunology, infectious diseases, pulmonology, hematology, hepatology, intensive care, and neurology, with more than 1,200 researchers working across 12 R&D centers worldwide. Grifols is publicly traded on both the Madrid Stock Exchange (GRF) and NASDAQ (GRFS), generating approximately €7.2 billion in annual revenue.