Warehouse Lead

Warehouse Lead

Position Summary:

• Work Schedule:  Monday – Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM
• 100% on-site

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually. Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer and Catalent employee.

Catalent Micron Technologies’ Malvern facility specializes in particle size reduction technologies and integrated analytical services for the pharmaceutical industry. The site supports highly potent and cytotoxic compounds and provides leading analytical and material characterization capabilities from early development through commercialization.

The Warehouse Lead supports the Warehouse Manager by providing senior‑level operational and technical leadership across warehouse functions. This role ensures compliant, on‑time delivery through strong internal and external partnerships, drives First‑Time‑Right execution and data integrity, leads continuous improvement initiatives, and serves as a subject matter expert for warehouse systems and regulatory requirements. The Warehouse Lead acts as an informal leader, mentors team members, supports audits, and serves as backup to the Warehouse Manager as needed.

The Role:

• Utilize site systems effectively, including Microsoft Office, Oracle, site scheduling tools, DGIS, and courier platforms (e.g., FedEx), and provide troubleshooting and system training support as needed.
• Perform receiving activities for APIs, controlled substances, packaging materials, and supplies in Oracle in accordance with SOPs and client‑specific requirements, including proof of delivery and discrepancy communication.
• Execute sampling activities in compliance with cGMP procedures, including gowning/PPE requirements, operation of TruScan RM tools, and monitoring and documentation of sampling booth conditions.
• Safely perform material movement activities, including loading/unloading couriers, internal transfers, warehouse movements, and timely delivery of materials and documentation to support operations.
• Prepare and execute shipments end‑to‑end, including palletization, overpacking, strapping/wrapping, temperature monitoring, documentation, carrier scheduling, and coordination with brokers and logistics partners.
• Ensure compliance with IATA/DOT regulations for hazardous materials shipments and support training of others on courier‑specific and regulatory shipping requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory control and record keeping, including system transactions, cycle counts, end‑of‑year inventories, logbooks, cleaning records, FAA documentation, and document retention.
• Serve as a liaison with project management, QA, technical services, clients, couriers, and customs brokers to facilitate accurate, compliant, and timely receipt and shipment of materials.
• Maintain warehouse organization, cleanliness, and safety, including waste handling, location accuracy, fork truck operation, daily safety checks, and compliance with Catalent safety practices.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, support supply ordering, assist with audits and inspections, provide backup to warehouse leadership as needed, and perform additional duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned 

The Candidate:

• High school diploma or GED with 5+ years of related experience, or Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (e.g., Supply Chain) with 3+ years of relevant experience preferred
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in a warehouse, logistics, and/or material handling environment.
• Prior warehouse leadership or supervisory experience (minimum of 1 year) strongly preferred.
• Fork Truck Certification, IATA/DOT certification, and Lean Six Sigma White Belt certification preferred.
• Experience supporting off‑shift or non‑standard work hours as business needs require.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours per day; occasionally lift up to 45 lbs; climb steps/ladders and periodically work from elevated platforms; work in loud environments with appropriate hearing protection; and wear a respirator and successfully pass required respiratory medical evaluations.

Why You Should Join Catalent:

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process
• Diverse, inclusive culture
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives
• 152 hours of paid time off annually + 8 paid holidays
• Competitive salary with yearly bonus potential
• Community engagement and green initiatives
• Generous 401K match and Paid Time Off accrual
• Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment
• Tuition Reimbursement

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!  Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. 

personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to DisabilityAccommodations@catalent.com. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

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