We are seeking a Shipping & Labware Associate to join our team. In this role, you will help support our mission by ensuring high-quality execution of daily responsibilities, maintaining accuracy, and contributing to a collaborative environment focused on patient care and continuous improvement.

This position is responsible for shipping and delivery of prescription drugs to Wedgewood Pharmacy customers and ensure proper cleaning and maintenance of the laboratory, equipment, and devices and proper waste removal in the compounding department in accordance with all relevant state and federal regulations. The associate accomplishes these tasks through working with Wedgewood's management team and all other staff employees in fulfilling his/her responsibilities and duties.

The Basics

Location: Bakersfield, CA
Job Type: Full Time, Onsite
Schedule: Mon- Friday 8:15am-5:15pm
Compensation: $21.00/hour
Benefits: eligible

How You'll Make an Impact

• Verifies package contents to ensure that the prescription name and address match the receipt and the outside label, then packaging those items in the appropriate shipping container.
• Stocks and restocks the daily essential in the shipping department.
• Maintains a clean atmosphere and work area
• Ensures adequate inventory levels, ordering of supplies if needed
• Fills ice chest with cold packs
• Cleaning, emptying trash cans
• Maintain systems for disposal, storage, and removal of all full lab waste containers.
• Maintain systems for daily, weekly, and/or monthly cleaning of compounding equipment, and devices including, but not limited to, removable machine parts, glassware, reusable supplies / containers, and small scale equipment.
• Maintain systems for storage and care of above mentioned compounding items.
• Maintain systems for daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning of compounding department including, but not limited to, floors, mats, countertops, trash cans, air vents, window and door sills, door knobs, interior windows, eye wash stations, furniture, and chemical storage room.
• Distribute compounding equipment, supplies, and devices to compounding staff.
• Train any additional staff on above responsibilities as needed.
• Evaluate condition and supply of current equipment and recommend any improvements.
• Work directly with Compounding supervisors to ensure all equipment and work areas are properly cleaned and functioning in order to eliminate any product contamination.
• Follow all Wedgewood's policies and procedures and recommend any improvements.
• Support all facets of Wedgewood's operations as necessary to ensure high quality customer service, safety, and effective workflow within the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested by management, pharmacist or shift leader

What We're Looking For

• High School Diploma / GED
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the day and lift up to 100 pounds
• Position requires good hand-eye coordination.
• Knowledge of basic shipping practices
• Experience with attention to detail and solving problems in a professional manner.

What You'll Love About Wedgewood

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for growth and career development
• A supportive, team-first culture where your work matters
• The ability to make a real impact on animal health every day

Why We Do What We Do

At Wedgewood Pharmacy, your work has purpose. Every prescription you help prepare, support, or deliver contributes to improving the health and well-being of animals. We are passionate about what we do and proud to build a workplace where people feel supported, included, and valued.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Wedgewood Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

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