Shipping and Receiving Specialist
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Shipping and Receiving Specialist
novartis· U469 (FCRS = US469) AAA USA Inc.
About this role
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Level 2
Job Description Summary
Help keep life-changing medicines moving to the patients who need them most. As a Shipping and Receiving Specialist at Novartis, you'll ensure materials, samples, and products are received, handled, and shipped accurately while supporting a safe, compliant, and efficient manufacturing operation. Your work will play a vital role in maintaining supply chain continuity and delivering innovative therapies to patients worldwide.
Job Description
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Location: Indianapolis, United States
Relocation Support: This role is based in Indianapolis, United States. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.
Key Responsibilities
Execute inbound material receiving activities with accuracy, quality, and compliance.
Coordinate shipments, sample transfers, and inter-site material movements to support operations.
Load, unload, and transport materials safely using industrial equipment.
Inspect materials, labels, and documentation to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Maintain inventory accuracy through timely documentation and enterprise resource planning system transactions.
Support third-party logistics operations and finished product shipments as needed.
Adhere to safety, quality, training, and Good Manufacturing Practice requirements.
Essential Requirements
High school diploma or General Educational Development certificate required.
At least one year of warehousing, distribution, or manufacturing experience in a regulated environment.
Ability to support a flexible schedule in a continuous manufacturing operation.
Experience using Microsoft Office applications and computer-based systems.
Knowledge of inventory management processes and enterprise resource planning systems.
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality, safety, and compliance.
Ability to safely operate material handling equipment and lift up to 60 pounds.
Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills with a proactive mindset.
Novartis Compensation and Benefit Summary:
The salary for this position is expected to range between $25.19 and $46.82 per hour.
The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
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EEO Statement:
The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
Accessibility and reasonable accommodations
The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to [email protected] call +1 (877)395-2339 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.
https://www.novartis.com/careers/careers-research/notice-all-applicants-us-job-openings
Salary Range
$52,400.00 - $97,400.00
Skills Desired
Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Logistics Operations, Materials Handling, Order Fulfillment, Warehouse ManagementFrequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Shipping and Receiving Specialist position at novartis?
The salary for this Shipping and Receiving Specialist role at novartis is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Shipping and Receiving Specialist position at novartis located?
This Shipping and Receiving Specialist role at novartis is based in Indianapolis. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Shipping and Receiving Specialist role at novartis full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Shipping and Receiving Specialist role in the U469 (FCRS = US469) AAA USA Inc. department at novartis.
Which team or department does the Shipping and Receiving Specialist at novartis belong to?
This Shipping and Receiving Specialist position is part of the U469 (FCRS = US469) AAA USA Inc. department at novartis. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Shipping and Receiving Specialist position at novartis?
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When was the Shipping and Receiving Specialist job at novartis posted?
This Shipping and Receiving Specialist position at novartis was posted on Sep 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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