At AstraZeneca, we work together across global boundaries to make an impact and find answers to challenges. We do this with the upmost integrity even in the most difficult situations because we are committed to doing the right thing. We continuously forge partnerships that help pursue world-class medicines in new ways, combining our people’s exceptional skills with those of people from all over the globe.

Our West Chester Supply Site is a very dynamic and growing manufacturing site within the AstraZeneca Global Operations network and is located just north of Cincinnati, Ohio.  In addition to serving as the global COVID vaccine production site for AstraZeneca , the West Chester site encompasses Bulk API Microsphere manufacturing, Aseptic Pharmaceutical Formulation, multi-line Isolator/Barrier Vial and Syringe Filling, and specialty Packaging Operations for Vials and Auto-Injectors that supports growing franchises in Diabetes, Respiratory, and Vaccines.  Our site is one of 30 production facilities in 18 countries with over 700 people collaborating to connect powerful medications to patients in more than 60 countries around the world.    We focus on providing a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves.  Being able to bring your full self to work every day is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities. On-site amenities include a Health and Wellness clinic, as well as a Cafeteria Grille serving breakfast and lunch items for employees and guests. We also have a Great Place to Work Counsel, involving committees of employees who coordinate several activities related to community outreach, sustainability, health and wellness and social events.

Night Shift Role

The Lead Material Handler is a position reporting to Senior Warehouse Facilitator with the duties to perform autonomous execution of tasks associated with materials management processes.  Will provide support to warehouse personnel and coordinates activities across other the departments to optimize workflow.  Point of escalation for warehouse personnel and will investigate deviations as well as analyze and resolve inventory discrepancies.   

Essential Job Functions:

• Understand and comply with all applicable SOPs, GMPs and department/site guidelines to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements. (OSHA, FDA, DEA, FTZ etc.)
• Safely and proficiently operate multiple types of Powered Industrial Trucks (PITs), Immediately report and help investigate any PIT incident/accident and complete daily PIT safety check lists.
• Safely and proficiently operate all non-PIT equipment including hand pallet jacks, pallet exchange machine, pallet stretch wrappers and pallet banding machine.
• Maintain skill proficiency in SAP (including Radio Frequency devices), WES, MS Outlook, Temp Tracer, TSS and any other programs necessary to support all warehouse/label control activities.
• Responsible for cycle counting and location audit activities.
• Communicate priorities and progress to team on a continuing basis.  And assign work tasks and activities.
• Guide others on SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), control documents, and/or other work instructions.
• Supervise day to day activities of warehouse personnel and answer compliance and process questions from others.
• Collaborate with planning team to determine minimum/maximum levels of inventory items to optimize space and material flow.
• Perform all warehouse duties related to receiving, shipping and storage of direct materials (raw material, WIP and finished goods), chemicals (including tank farm), HAZMAT materials and non-stock materials.
• Assist with scheduling of production activities.
• Transport solvents and other hazardous materials to tank farm.
• Dispense materials from warehouse/storage in accordance with work orders and/or SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures).
• Perform all system transactions and updates including BOL, MRR, MMC, POD, DFR, etc. and complete any written documentation required to support these processes or forms.
• Load and unload trucks, sea containers. Including active and passive containers.
• Perform sampling for dangerous chemicals, raw material and packaging components.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of supplies related to warehouse activities by notifying responsible person or placing orders in the iBuy system directly.
• Assist in the review, creation and/or edit process for warehouse SOPs, work instructions and forms. This may involve utilization of Microsoft Word and AZ Doc to complete the document updates.
• Perform all warehouse duties related to supporting all production areas.

Essential for the role:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 2 years warehouse functions experience, -a plus in temperature-controlled material.
• Knowledge of cGMPs, SHE, DOT, FDA, SOX policies and regulations.
• Successful completion of PIT Safety Training Course including certification on all types of equipment utilized by the warehouse
• Ability to meet requirements for Dangerous Goods certification.
• Systems savvy – ability to become proficient in computer systems and applications.
• Excellent process management, analytical, communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, resolve problems, and develop solutions quickly.
• Ability to regularly interact with a large group of internal and external customers.

Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions:

• Office and plant environment
• Ability to lift up to and including 60 lbs.
• Ability to respond to emergency response situations
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Ability to respond to emergencies and direct Emergency Response Teams
• Ability to operate all warehouse equipment
• Ability to work varying and extended hours
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Accountability and punctuality

Preferred Background:

• 3-5 years shipping and receiving experience in temperature-controlled material.

• SAP ERP Warehouse Management experience
• Forklift and DOT training preferred
• Export shipments experience

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca when we see an opportunity for change, we seize it and make it happen, because any opportunity no matter how small, can be the start of something big. Delivering life-changing medicines is about being entrepreneurial -finding those moments and recognizing their potential. Join us on our journey of building a new kind of organization to reset expectations of what a bio-pharmaceutical company can be. This means we’re opening new ways to work, pioneering cutting edge methods and bringing unexpected teams together. Interested? Come and join our journey.

Next Steps – Apply today!

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please complete the full application on our website at your earliest convenience – it is the only way that our Recruiter and Hiring Manager can know that you feel well qualified for this opportunity.  If you know someone who would be a great fit, please share this posting with them.

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