What are the responsibilities and job description for the GMP Material Specialist position at Quotient Sciences?
Quotient Sciences is a drug development and manufacturing accelerator providing integrated programs and tailored services across the entire development pathway. Cutting through silos across a range of drug development capabilities, we help biotech and pharma customers save precious time and money in getting drugs to patients.
We employ more than 1,100 talented individuals globally, located at state-of-the-art development, manufacturing and clinical facilities in the UK and USA. Science, Agility and Culture are the core components that define Quotient Sciences, enabling us to do what we do in the way that we do it.
People join Quotient Sciences because we are a respected member of the drug development community that’s focused on innovation and are driven by an unswerving belief that ideas need to become solutions, and molecules need to become cures, fast. Because humanity needs solutions, fast.
Summary Of Job Purpose
The GMP Material Specialist is responsible for managing the inventory and movement of raw materials within a manufacturing facility, ensuring all materials comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations by accurately tracking, handling, storing, and distributing materials while maintaining proper documentation and adhering to strict quality standards; this often includes tasks like receiving, inspecting, moving between locations, labelling, and releasing materials for production, as well as maintaining accurate inventory records within a controlled environment such as GMP warehouse.
Additionally, this role is responsible for overseeing the movement of materials between staging rooms, warehouse, and geographic locations, such as transfer of materials between warehouses and sites, receiving incoming material and other deliveries, and assisting with outbound shipments as necessary.
Main Tasks And Responsibilities
When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organisation you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA. If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organisation. As a global employer, we recognise the value in having an organisation that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.
Specifically we will not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.
This applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
We employ more than 1,100 talented individuals globally, located at state-of-the-art development, manufacturing and clinical facilities in the UK and USA. Science, Agility and Culture are the core components that define Quotient Sciences, enabling us to do what we do in the way that we do it.
People join Quotient Sciences because we are a respected member of the drug development community that’s focused on innovation and are driven by an unswerving belief that ideas need to become solutions, and molecules need to become cures, fast. Because humanity needs solutions, fast.
Summary Of Job Purpose
The GMP Material Specialist is responsible for managing the inventory and movement of raw materials within a manufacturing facility, ensuring all materials comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations by accurately tracking, handling, storing, and distributing materials while maintaining proper documentation and adhering to strict quality standards; this often includes tasks like receiving, inspecting, moving between locations, labelling, and releasing materials for production, as well as maintaining accurate inventory records within a controlled environment such as GMP warehouse.
Additionally, this role is responsible for overseeing the movement of materials between staging rooms, warehouse, and geographic locations, such as transfer of materials between warehouses and sites, receiving incoming material and other deliveries, and assisting with outbound shipments as necessary.
Main Tasks And Responsibilities
- Stages and prepares materials so dispensing team can mix and combine material
- Uses Excel spreadsheets to track various actions and tasks.
- Places unused materials back into inventory and documents process using inventory management system, including check-weighing materials.
- Handles receiving duties for materials coming into warehouse
- Assists with shipping activities when required
- Maintains environmentally controlled warehouse by cleaning, controlling climate, and using waste disposal protocols
- Performs warehouse cleaning protocols as needed
- Transports material between Chelsea Parkway and Garnet Valley locations using company truck.
- Operates material handling equipment (MHE) including forklift, stand-up lift, pallet jack, walkie-stacker, dollies to transport materials to different departments or staging areas within the facilities
- Pre-existing operational ability preferred – open to training on-site but this is a required skill for the job
- Able to learn and use basic computer systems, maintain high attention to detail, and proficient in email, MS Excel, MS Teams.
- Can-do attitude and team player
- Highly reliable in attendance, personal accountability, and integrity
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook (email), and able to learn and use new company-specific software
- Ability to self-manage a set of tasks on regular basis without direct oversight from manager.
- Quality-minded approach– when in doubt, ask questions until fully understood, never assume.
- High attention to detail (handwriting, logbook entries, double-checking own work)
- Valid Driver’s license
- Experience in GMP, Manufacturing, Dispensing or other highly regulated (i.e., food and drug) industries (1-3 years)
- Knowledge of GMP environment
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required
- Demonstrated proficiency in Excel spreadsheets
- Sorting, cut/paste, filtering, etc. – will be asked to demonstrate during interview process.
- Ability to document and follow strict pharmaceutical and FDA guidelines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (email, text messages, MS Teams chat, etc.)
- Basic mathematic skills including the use of addition, subtraction, fractions, proportions, and measurements
- Ability to drive and operate vehicles including cars, trucks, forklift, pallet jack, etc. safely and effectively
- Ability to working in a hazardous environment with high requirement to follow safety procedures
- Basic understanding of Inventory Management Systems, Quality Metric Systems, and Batch Records
When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organisation you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA. If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organisation. As a global employer, we recognise the value in having an organisation that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.
Specifically we will not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.
This applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
