FSP - Logistics Coordinator

About the Role

Within our Analytical Services team, we have a functional service provider solution, which is a unique partnership that allows our customers to leverage the experience of our staff, while allowing you, the employee, to gain direct experience working onsite at a pharmaceutical/biopharmaceutical company, all while maintaining full-time benefits.

Responsibilities

• Provide resources to execute the Sterile Operations, Sample Management and Logistics functions in Upper Merion building 29
• Perform routine technical operations in area of assignment under general supervision, such as logging in materials, inspection for damage and cold chain compliance, maintaining inventory records, sampling of raw materials, and updating materials in conformity to GMP standards
• Support storage of materials in appropriately identified manner in suitable environment with minimal supervision
• Maintain inventory records
• Perform packaging of materials for shipment with limited supervision
• Maintain housekeeping of the area and restocking of general supplies
• Coordinate transfer of excipients, components, and samples to support clinical and pre-clinical manufacture and component processing orders under guidance
• Manage inventories and schedule routine activities appropriately with oversight
• Assist in the preparation of metrics and key KPIs for the area
• Participate in department consumables storage and stocking programs
• Support administrative tasks such as procedure revision support, template revision support, records filing, records archiving, and other tasks as needed
• Perform all job functions according to procedure and in accordance with cGMPs, Standard Operating Procedures, and Client safety codes and regulations
• Escalate potential risks to the business for consideration by management
• Assist and contribute to GMP and safety self-inspection activities
• Support the reporting and maintaining of area metrics as appropriate
• Maintain zero instances of data falsification or data integrity issues
• Support the upgrades/transition of the Inventory Management System used by the Sterile Operations team to support business processes/activities (e.g. COMET to SAP, etc)

Education and Experience

• High/Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic/vocational qualification
• Technical positions may require a certificate
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to at least 0-2 years)
• In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Apply basic knowledge and support continuous improvement activities utilizing available tools where applicable that support continued adherence with industry regulations, Global Quality Policies (GQP 3201A (Document Management and Control) and GQP 3201B (Data Management and Control)) and supporting business procedures
• Proactively communicate the status of assigned compliance systems support and problem resolution to appropriate contacts and escalate issues when needed to supervision
• Apply metric generation and reporting support for Sterile Ops led processes as directed
• Work collaboratively and embrace Client's Code of Conduct to effectively implement solutions
• Develop and maintain productive relationships in the workplace and leverage internal networks for support
• Support the identification and implementation of strategies to improve the qualities and efficiencies of Sterile Ops processes, systems and results
• Develop and maintain understanding of current technologies and professional concepts
• Assist with scheduling and planning work to meet priorities set by the Client
• Follow daily and weekly priorities to meet timelines and recommend procedures and policies to supervision
• Basic computer skills including Word, Outlook, and ability to navigate simple website interfaces
• Must be a committed team player prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture

Working Environment

• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner
• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours
• Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds
• Able to work in non-traditional work environments
• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency
• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments
• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities

Schedule

• Full-Time; Monday – Friday; 7am-3pm EST
• ONSITE: This is a fully onsite role based at our customer's site in King of Prussia, PA

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration
• Annual incentive plan bonus
• Healthcare
• Range of employee benefits
• Employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization
• Outstanding career and development prospects
• Company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation