Materials Coordinator I/II

With extensive experience in developing biologics and bioconjugates, we offer a seamless service delivered by fully integrated teams, from early discovery to commercial manufacturing.
Forward-thinking and committed, we find the best solution and use the right technologies to design, develop and manufacture your products to ensure we get vital medicines to patients quickly and safely.
We are dedicated to quality excellence. We are driven to get better treatments to market, efficiently and responsibly by reducing timelines and delivering the highest quality products and services.
We are Abzena. More than a CDMO, we are a responsible and dedicated partner that takes care of your products from concept to patient.

The Materials Control I / II position is responsible for the safe and efficient handling of materials used in manufacturing and process development. This includes receiving, storing, staging, and distributing raw materials, components, and finished goods in accordance with cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices), SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), and safety regulations. The role supports production schedules and ensures inventory accuracy while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and work within the Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, Quality Management System, Standard Operation Procedures (SOP’s), Work Instructions, comply with all documentation needs, and practices.  
• Perform timely and accurate data entry in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) for material transactions.
• Perform receipt of incoming materials. Check materials received against specifications, vendor shipping documents and purchase orders for accuracy.
• Accurately maintain all receiving documentation to comply with internal procedures and or SOPs.
• Follow best practices related to the systems and process that support material inventory, purchasing, and material control.  Provide recommendations and assist with implementation of improvements.
• Work with Purchasing and  Accounts Payable to  resolve any supplier invoice issues or discrepancies.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance and Quality Control personnel, ensuring timely testing and release of materials.
• Conduct cycle counts and wall-to-wall counts as needed.
• Pick and stage materials for manufacturing and laboratory support.
• Support accurate client billing and raw material traceability through timely processing of return to stock items.
• Inspect stock for damage/product integrity. Maintain organization of work areas through 6S (sort, set, standardize, shine, sustain, safety).
• Interact with Manufacturing and laboratory departments to reconcile inventory variances.
• Perform packaging and shipping of materials and samples to customers and/or testing facilities. Monitor shipments and update of any potential delays.
• Manage effective relationships with suppliers as well as internal and external clients.
• Successfully adapt to changing priorities in a high operating tempo.
• Operate heavy equipment and vehicles to move materials. (Valid Class C license for driving company van or truck)
• Operate to the highest ethical and moral standards.
• Comply with Abzena's policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with regulators, clients, supervisors, colleagues, and staff.
• Participate effectively as a team player in all aspects of Abzena's business.
• Adhere to quality standards set by regulations and Abzena policies, procedures, and mission.
• Perform other duties as assigned. (Cleaning, labeling, printing, etc.)

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma, or equivalent
• Preferred minimum two (2) years’ experience in materials management. Preferred minimum one (1) year experience working in Pharmaceutical environment.
• Ability to read, understand, and carry out Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), Work Instructions and other Quality Process Documentation in English.
• Proven ability to provide excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Knowledge of standard concepts, practices and procedures within the manufacturing and biologic environment preferred.
• Microsoft Office experience
• Working knowledge of ERP system preferred

FLSA: Non-Exempt Abzena is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.