Logistics Material Handler Job Listing at Kelly Services in Louisville, KY (Job ID 10145698)

Description

Material Handler (cGMP Distribution Environment)

Pay Rate: $20/hr
Location: Louisville, KY

Shift:

• Monday – Thursday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM and Friday: 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM

• Overtime as needed

Position Summary

The Material Handler supports the receipt, storage, inventory control, and distribution of marketed products within a regulated cGMP biotechnology environment. This role operates within a distribution center setting and is responsible for executing accurate and compliant receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and inventory management activities while maintaining strict adherence to quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately pick, pack, and stage product in accordance with shipping documentation and SOPs.

• Receive, inspect, and store incoming materials in designated warehouse locations.

• Operate pallet jacks and powered industrial equipment (forklifts, walkie riders, turret trucks) to move GMP and non-GMP materials safely and efficiently.

• Perform cycle counts and physical inventory reconciliations.

• Conduct daily safety and functionality inspections of material handling equipment (e.g., forklifts).

• Enter and maintain accurate inventory and shipping data within business systems (e.g., SAP).

• Create, maintain, and archive records in compliance with corporate document retention policies.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready warehouse environment.

• Participate in departmental projects, including process documentation, issue investigation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Comply with all safety regulations, quality standards, and cGMP requirements.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 5–6 years of warehouse, logistics, or material handling experience, preferably within a regulated industry.

• Experience operating powered industrial equipment (forklift certification preferred).

• Basic mathematical skills and strong attention to detail.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory management systems (SAP experience preferred).

• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or related field.

• Experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or other cGMP-regulated environments.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move materials weighing 40+ lbs on a regular basis.

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.

• Ability to work overtime, holidays, weekends, or alternate shifts as business needs require.

• Consistent use of required PPE and adherence to all safety policies and procedures.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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About Kelly

Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we're obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it's about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It's the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It's the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.

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