Job description
Some opportunities happen only once in a lifetime - like a job where you have the chance to change lives. At Alexion, people living with rare and devastating diseases are our Guiding Star. We are driven to continuously innovate and create meaningful value in all we do to help patients and families fully live their best lives. We value the uniqueness and diversity of our employees and recognize that nurturing the diverse perspectives and strengths of our people translates into innovative breakthroughs for patients.
This is what you will do:
The Warehouse Associate is responsible for the day to day warehouse activities at the Athlone facility. They are responsible for ensuring that all warehouse activities are completed as per approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), in a safe manner and in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). A key member in supporting the execution of operational readiness in Alexion’s manufacturing facility.
The individual in this position is expected to represent Alexion Pharmaceutical interests, objectives and policies in a professional and responsible manner.
You will be responsible for:
- Ensuring all training and safety procedures for equipment, processes and facility are maintained and up to date at all timesPerforming day-to-day warehouse activities to meet schedules while maintaining a high level of GMP compliance
- Maintaining the Warehouse Quality System by adhering to all relevant SOP’s, policies and cGMP requirements
- Aiding with troubleshooting and resolving operational problems as they arise
- Act as Subject Matter Expert on the Dispensary area and on material Sampling and related activity, demonstrating technical proficiency in all aspects of this area.
- Perform routine activities related to the transfer of dispensed materials to the manufacturing environment.
- Performing routine material inspection exercises in accordance with agreed procedures and standards to support material release in line with manufacturing schedule
- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas needing improvement, recommending strategies for improvement and implementing those strategies once approved
- Proactively ensuring that all Environmental, Health and Safety responsibilities are carried out according to EHS regulations and procedures
- Providing support to Operations, Validation, Engineering and Quality where required
- Completing training with new/junior Warehouse Associates
- Report to Warehouse Supervisor on a regular basis on area performance and report any issues that need to be resolved.
- Authoring and revising standard operating procedures, related forms/logbooks and job roles as required
- Recognizing and initiating deviations relevant to the area, execute associated investigations and ensure closure in a timely manner
- Represent Warehouse/Operations in cross functional initiatives and meetings
- Embrace Alexion Core Competencies
- Any other duties as required.
You will need to have:
- 4-5 years’ experience performing warehouse activities in a cGMP commercial manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in an inventory management system e.g. SAP or equivalent
- Proficiency in Microsoft office, Excel & Word
- Good interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills
- Should be knowledgeable of regulatory and GMP requirements.
We would prefer for you to have:
- IATA and ADR training to support sample shipment
- Formal education in logistics/warehousing/supply chain would be an advantage.
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Alexion is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on serving patients and families affected by rare diseases and devastating conditions through the discovery, development and commercialization of life-changing medicines. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Alexion has offices around the globe and serves patients in more than 50 countries. Further information about Alexion can be found at: www.alexion.com.
Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com. Alexion participates in E-Verify.
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