Material Handler

About Site

Catalent’s Philadelphia site is a dynamic hub specializing in clinical supply services, supporting the development and delivery of life-changing therapies. The facility offers integrated solutions for packaging, labeling, storage, and distribution of clinical trial materials, ensuring quality and efficiency at every stage. With a strong focus on innovation and collaboration, the site operates in a fast-paced environment that plays a critical role in advancing global clinical programs. Team members here contribute to meaningful work that impacts patients worldwide, while being part of a professional, growth-oriented setting dedicated to excellence in pharmaceutical development.

Position Summary

We have an opportunity for a Material Handler to join our team and support distribution activities. In this role, you will ensure materials are pulled and managed according to standard operating procedures. You will play an important part in maintaining accuracy and compliance in material handling processes. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment where your contributions make a difference.

Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:15pm
Location: Philadelphia, PA - This is a union position
100% Onsite

The Role

• Load, unload, and move materials within S&D or M&P facilities and campus in a safe and compliant manner
• Accurately scan inventory to locations using a handheld scanner
• Shrink-wrap material and pallets in preparation for transfers and shipping
• Transfer material between storage and shipping areas using a box truck (No Commercial Driver’s License required) and deliver packages to off-site destinations if needed
• Ensure materials are in correct storage environments by reading orders and identification labels to locate or relocate inventory
• Read and verify information for any discrepancies on shipping documents
• Perform all other duties as assigned

The Candidate

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) required
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to perform tasks in multi-temperature environments (between 30°C and -20°C) using appropriate personal protective equipment
• Computer proficiency
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs in a safe and compliant manner
• Perform repetitive and physical tasks for extended periods

Preferred Skills & Background

• Previous experience working in a warehouse environment
• Previous forklift driving experience

Why You Should Join Catalent

• Diverse and inclusive culture with several Employee Resource Groups focused on diversity and inclusion
• Dynamic, fast-paced work environment with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation
• Opportunities for career growth within an organization dedicated to preserving and improving lives
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage effective after a 90-day probationary period
• Positive work environment and community engagement initiatives, including green programs

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. 

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