Warehouse Operator

Your mission

• To assist in managing the day-to-day activities for the Warehouse adhering to cGMP/Regulatory guidelines.
• Carry our Goods Receipts, Labelling, and Putaway activities as per relevant SOP’s, and update location database.
• Ensure all materials are picked/checked and ready to transfer to Manufacturing operations as described in the manufacturing schedule.
• Prepares product(s) for shipment by verifying locations and documentation; directing movement to staging area; resolving/escalating issues as needed.
• Perform periodic inventory checks to ensure the accuracy of database information and minimize the risk of inventory issues.
• Verifies product inventory reports by comparing logs and reports, adjusting entries as needed.
• Documents actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records; maintaining databases.
• Ensure correct material segregation is maintained based on hazard class and quality status.
• Carry out cleaning and housekeeping duties to maintain the Warehouse area in a GMP ready state to support manufacturing and QC testing operations.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.

Job Description

Major Activities

• Work in accordance with cGMP always.
• Support/contribute to the teams’ effectiveness to meet operational requirements of Warehousing and Distribution facilities.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders in a supportive manner. 
• Maintain stock accuracy of MeiraGTx Warehouse locations, minimise inventory discrepancies through cycle counts and root cause investigations.
• Assist with the end-to-end processes of all Warehousing activity.
• Assist with troubleshooting any issues with supply of materials to Manufacturing.
• Provide support and business improvements for written procedures, SOPs etc.
• Accountable for own Continuous Professional Development to maintain up-to-date knowledge of new technical developments relevant to own area of expertise. Proactively share knowledge with all others who may benefit from it.
• Maintain inventory reports and documentation to ensure accurate record keeping for all materials. 
• To assist in material impact assessment, change request, scheduling or other Supply Chain related meetings, purchasing of materials.
• Ensure delivery schedule is maintained and promptly alert the Supply Chain Manager if a delay occurs or is likely to.
• Ensure the weekly rota and responsibilities are followed and any issues are brought to the attention of the Supply Chain Manager.
• Maintain stock accuracy of MeiraGTx warehouse locations, Support inventory discrepancies through cycle counts and root cause investigations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring that own work complies with GMP, Data Integrity and Good Documentation Practice (GDP) and is undertaken in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring that own training is undertaken in a timely and GMP compliant manner before the task is undertaken.
• Responsible for ensuring that any GMP documentation assigned to me e.g. (but not limited to) Issues, CAPAs, Change Controls, BMRs & audit/inspection actions is closed timely and in a RFT state.
• Responsible for ensuring that own work complies with GMP, Data Integrity and Good Documentation Practice (GDP) and is undertaken in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Responsible for ensuring that own training is undertaken in a timely and GMP compliant manner before the task is undertaken.
• Responsible for ensuring that any GMP documentation assigned to me e.g. (but not limited to) Issues, CAPAs, Change Controls, BMRs & audit/inspection actions is closed timely and in a RFT state.

Key Performance Indicators

• Goods Receipts, Storage, & Transfers are accurate and completed in a timely manner.
• Inventory accuracy is maintained in terms of quantity and storage locations.
• Products shipped as required to GDP requirements.
• Warehouse Housekeeping is maintained to the required standard.
• To support regulatory inspections and ensure the Warehouse is compliant with all cGMP standards.

Key Job Competencies

• Significant Warehouse and supply chain experience preferably in the Pharmaceutical manufacturing industry or in a similarly regulated industry.
• Demonstrates a can-do attitude.
• Familiarity with the requirements of a Regulated Warehouse. 
• Customer service skills with internal and external stakeholders.
• Diligent with an eye for detail, accurate data entry & documentation skills.

Job Background

• High degree of accuracy, numeracy, literacy and provides a clear sense enthusiasm and energy.
• Previous proven Warehouse experience, including materials management and materials planning and using mechanical equipment for example FLT.
• A good understanding of all Health and Safety regulations appertaining to the Warehouse function.
• Computer literate with Microsoft applications and ERP systems such as SAP etc.
• Competent understanding of incoterms and logistics requirements specifically cold chain supply.
• Challenges the status quo in a constructive and collaborative manner.
• Actively seeks views and opinions of others, with respect and understanding for diversity.
• Encourages initiative and the need for change.
• An innovative and creative thinker who can turn theoretical ideas into practical actions.
• Works and thinks in a lean and agile manner.
• A team player, but who can also work on their own initiative, Willingness to help, support, and develop oneself.