Warehouse Associate

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.

We encourage the individual in this position to represent Alexion Pharmaceutical interests, objectives, and policies in a professional and responsible manner.

You will be responsible for:

•            Performing day-to-day warehouse activities to meet schedules while maintaining a high level of GMP compliance

• Ensuring all training and safety procedures for equipment, processes and facility are maintained and up to date at all times

•            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 Authority 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 Associate Lead/ 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
• Identifying and addressing deviations in the area, completing associated investigations and ensuring timely resolution
• Represent Warehouse/Operations in cross functional initiatives and meetings
• Technical Proficiency: We are seeking individuals with a proven technical foundation who excel in the tools and technologies relevant to their position. This entails staying current with industry trends and consistently improving your technical capabilities.
• Any other duties as required.
• 0-3 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.

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.