Bioprocess Materials Associate

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Bioprocess Materials Associate.  You will work within a team of individuals in support of receiving, sampling, dispensing, material supply and shipping of drug substance at the warehouse and dispensing facility.

What you will do:

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation, and leadership to carry out the following:

• Accountable for Warehouse and/or Dispensing Activities, such as Incoming Goods Receipt, RM Sampling, put-away, RM Dispensing in Grade C, pick for manufacturing, shipping Drug Substance, etc.
• Provide support to site for the on-site distribution of materials to key internal customers, i.e. manufacturing, Labs, MS&T, etc.
• Extensive use of key Warehouse/Dispensary equipment, reach truck, VNA, motorized pallet trucks, Downflow Booth, Scales, Drum tippers, etc.
• Extensive use of COMET (SAP) system to track inventory, MES system within the dispensary operation and LIMS system for sampling operations.
• Initiate & promote Continuous Improvements and Process improvement within the Warehouse/Dispensary Operations area.
• Proactively seek opportunities for reduce cost and increase productivity, i.e. reduction in consumable spend, improved scheduling, trusted dispense opportunities, etc.
• Review and update the Warehouse and Dispensary procedures as necessary.

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Level 6 qualification in a related discipline or equivalent experience
• Minimum 1 year in warehouse, dispensary, logistics, or manufacturing in the pharmaceutical industry or a similar operating industry.
• Working knowledge in applying Six Sigma and Lean methodologies.
• Experienced and trained on reach truck, counterbalance truck, VNA truck and motorized pallet truck an advantage
• Experience on use of equipment used in a RM Sampling/Dispensary Operation, i.e. Downflow booths, scales, Fume hoods, drum movers, etc an advantage
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a cross functional environment
• Strong knowledge of GMP/FDA regulatory requirements, housekeeping, health and safety.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Accountability, Clinical Supply Chain Management, Communication, Customer Experience Management, Driving Continuous Improvement, ERP Financial Systems, Forklift Operations, GMP Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Inventory Control Management, Logistics Coordination, Logistics Management, Managing Distribution Channels, Materials Handling, Pallet Jack Operations, Pharmaceutical Management, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Process Improvements, Production Planning, Productivity Improvements, Product Requirements Management, SAP Inventory Management, Shipping and Receiving, Space Utilization {+ 5 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

VISA Sponsorship:

Travel Requirements:

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

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Job Posting End Date:

02/27/2026

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