Quality Specialist I

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This position is responsible for the execution of the sampling function in the warehouse. Other warehouse activities including shipping, receiving, material staging, inventory maintenance and record keeping in compliance with all regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures is also required.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

All areas of responsibility listed below are essential to the satisfactory performance of this position by any incumbents with reasonable accommodation if necessary.  Any non-essential functions are assumed to be included in other related duties or assignments.

• Responsible for receipt and sampling of all raw materials, other chemicals and supplies. 


• Responsible for maintaining and moving sample quantities in electronic system. 


• Responsible for ensuring that materials are staged properly for production areas. 


• Responsible for loading and unloading trucks and other vehicles delivering or picking up controlled and non-controlled substances from the premises. 


• Responsible for completing documents required in Production, QC and R&D, and updates to all manual and automated records as required. 


• Responsible for granting access of authorized individuals to controlled substance storage areas. 


• Responsible for assisting in additional warehouse activities such as shipping, receiving, staging and inventory maintenance as needed.


• Responsible for completing training requirements and maintaining compliance with all assignments.  


• Responsible for maintaining work areas and performing job functions in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s), Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Batch Record instructions.


• Responsible for performing additional related duties as assigned.

Your Skills and Experience

Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that fulfills the requirements of the position will be considered.

Education/Certification/Experience:

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent.


• Preferred minimum of 1 year warehouse or related experience in a manufacturing environment within the pharmaceutical, nutraceutical or food processing industries. 


• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite


• SAP experience preferred


• Prefer forklift experience/certification.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of MS Office products (additional experience with systems such as LMS, ERP, etc. preferred).


• Ability to receive instruction and follow directions.


• Ability to interact positively with co-workers and management.


• Ability to communicate effectively with written and oral communication skills.


• Ability to follow company policies and procedures.


• Ability to follow cGMP and other regulatory requirements.


• Ability to read and interpret documents and make basic judgments on the suitability of received goods.


• Ability to operate and troubleshoot warehouse equipment.


• Detail oriented with ability to identify errors and/or inconsistencies while performing tasks.

Problem Solving:

• Works on assignments that are routine to semi-routine in nature where the ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required.


• Exercises judgment within specifically defined practices and policies and selects methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.


• Normally receives general instruction on routine work and detailed instruction on new assignments.


• May be asked to recommend methods and procedures for problem resolution.

Also Good to Have

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Constant:

• Standing for extended periods of time at work station or equipment.


• Walking to move short distances quickly and frequently.

Frequent:

• Stooping, Kneeling and/or Crouching – bending body, spine and/or legs.


• Grasping – applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.


• Using fingers to perform activities such as picking, pinching or typing.


• Climbing – use of feet, legs, hands and/or arms to ascend or descend.


• Repetitive Motions - frequent motions of the wrists, hands and/or fingers.


• Lifting – raising from lower to upper and/or moving objects horizontally – up to 50 lbs. and more than 50 lbs (with assistance).

Occasional:

• Sitting for extended periods of time at work station or mobile equipment.

Visual Acuity:

• Perform activities such as operating machines (i.e. lathes and drill presses) where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach.


• Perform activities such as computer work, preparing and analyzing data, extensive reading, visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection), using measurement devices and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at a distance close to the eyes.


• Operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent exposure to moderate to loud noise levels.


• Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts and/or moving equipment.


• May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed for assigned process (i.e. safety glasses, respirator, hearing protection, gloves, etc.).

How We’ll Take Care of You

At Teva, better health starts from within, and that includes you. From day one, you’ll be supported with benefits designed to help you thrive in and out of work. This includes generous annual leave, reward plans, flexible working schedules (dependent on role), access to tailored health support, and meaningful ways to give back to the community.  When it comes to your career, you’ll be encouraged to explore, evolve, and shape your path. Twist, our one-stop shop for career development platform, gives you access to a wide range of possibilities, from learning programs and short-term projects to opportunities for internal growth. Here, you’ll be part of a culture that empowers you to reach your goals and prioritize your wellbeing every step of the way. 

We offer a competitive benefits package, including:

•Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription coverage starting on the first day of employment, providing the employee enrolls.

•Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match, up to 6% and an annual 3.75% Defined Contribution to the 401k plan.

•Time Off: Paid Time Off including vacation, sick/safe time, caretaker time, and  holiday.

• Life and Disability Protection: Company paid Life and Disability insurance.

• Additional benefits include, but are not limited to, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Assistance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Life Style Spending Account, Volunteer Time Off, Paid Parental Leave, if eligible , Family Building Benefits, Virtual Physical Therapy, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurances, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Plan, Voluntary Life Insurance and Long Term Disability and more.

The total compensation may also include restricted stock units and discretionary awards, depending on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

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