Warehouse Operator (Fixed Term Contract) in Sittingbourne

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases — often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland with research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Operates in accordance with the Jazz corporate values of being patient driven, passionate, innovative, collaborative, accountable, having integrity and achieving excellence.
• The job holder is responsible for maintaining cGxP and H&S knowledge applicable to the job.
• The job holder must refer to the EHSS Policy (EHSS_P.01) to understand the current EHSS responsibilities for the role.
• Receiving of raw materials from suppliers.
• Booking In of materials to be stored within the GW Pharmaceutical (GW) warehouse.
• Picking and delivery of materials to internal customers across the KSP site.
• Receiving of finished product and storing in appropriate storage locations.
• Sampling of GMP materials in accordance with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Dispensing of materials for Epidiolex/Epidyolex Bulk Manufacturing in accordance with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Maintenance of stock records – ERP system.
• Raw material and finished goods daily cycle counting.
• Support company annual stock checks.
• Provide Supply Chain Department support as required.
• Assist with commercial shipments to marketing partners.
• Supporting both domestic and international product shipments.
• Support for out of hours call outs for Supply Chain plant alarms.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ensure that all stock records are accurate and completed contemporaneously.
• Responsibility for receiving and processing of received materials, ensuring all details on materials received match details contained on purchase order.
• Processing of Transfer Orders and distribution of Non-CTQ items across the KSP site.
• Delivery of materials required for batch manufacture and handling of materials returned from production departments.
• Dispensing of materials for Bulk Manufacturing in accordance with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Sampling of GMP materials in accordance with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Cleaning and Microbiological Monitoring of the Sampling Booth.
• Calibration of balances and monitoring of room pressures in Sample Booth.
• Temperature monitoring and recording of data within temperature-controlled Supply Chain areas and ensuring appropriate action taken for any deviation noted.
• Support despatch activities for commercial products.
• Completion of daily cycle counting and provide support for investigation of any discrepancies.
• Provide active support to ensure a successful completion of company stock-takes.
• Weekly cleaning of the B840 warehouse.
• Monthly full clean of the B840 sampling booth in accordance with Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Participate as needed in appropriate supply chain operational and continuous improvement projects.
• Help ensure appropriate standards of cGMP and cGDP within the department are maintained at all times.
• The job holder must carry out their work in a way that will not adversely affect their own, or others’, health, safety and security or the environment and report any shortcomings in GW arrangements.
• Support Supply Chain team in being available for out of hours call outs for plant alarms.
• Competent use of all electronic systems associated with the warehouse – such as, ERP etc.
• Where applicable the job holder may have to execute additional tasks in order to meet departmental objectives, example - project-related or developmental/change objectives.
• Execution and understanding of electronic business systems.
• Strive for continuous improvement, to help the elimination of operational wastes within the warehouse.
• Where applicable support investigations associated with the warehouse.

Required/Preferred Education and Licenses

• Recent and relevant experience in a similar Supply Chain position.
• Knowledge of a broad base of supply chain functions and disciplines.
• Fork Truck Licence.
• The nature of the position requires high levels of self-motivation and exceptional commitment to the success of team members and the company as a whole.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) to internal and external stakeholders.
• Attention to detail and delivery of accurate data as and when required.
• The role requires use of IT systems and software including ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software and MS Office software especially Excel.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced demanding environment.
• Ability to change direction and handle multiple tasks on a regular basis.
• A natural willingness to share ideas and information and assist colleagues.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience.

Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation.