Materials Specialist, Senior I

Ultragenyx

  • Bedford, MA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
Position Summary:ultradedicated - Your biggest challenges yield rare possibilitiesThe Ultragenyx Gene Therapy team is headquartered in Cambridge and this position will be located within our state of the art GMP Manufacturing facility in Bedford, MA. We are looking for exceptional individuals who share our passion for developing novel therapies to treat rare diseases and advancing the field of gene therapy.Ultragenyx has multiple Gene Therapy programs in development, a robust pipeline, and we are building a state of the art GMP manufacturing facility in Bedford, MA. Join our team!In this position, you will be responsible for performing and document daily warehouse operations in a cGMP environment. Have a high level of detail, good documentation practices, ability to follow procedures as written. Through cross training and flexible workforce become a subject matter expert in one or more functions within the materials management department. These areas may include, but are not limited to Shipping and Receiving, GMP Raw Materials, Inventory Control, and Cell Bank Storage.Work Model:Core Lab & Ops: This role typically requires that the majority of the work be conducted on-site and thus will be subject to certain on-site safety protocols during the pandemic.Responsibilities:
  • Performing daily GMP material receipts according to SOPS/WI and Materials Specifications.
  • Prepare, Pack and Ship Cold Chain samples and materials.
  • Must be proficient in the use of the inventory management system (ERP) and execute real time transactions such as material transfers, PO receipts and cycle counting.
  • Perform material picking, kitting and transfer into production utilizing aseptic techniques.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation for emergency material requests and critical equipment alarm response.
  • Ability to safely operate all motorized equipment including forklift truck, electric pallet jacks, lifts, and company vehicles.
  • Always use PPE, when necessary, ensure proper safety practices are in use, and identify any safety risks.
Requirements:
  • 2-5 Years of industry experience with a minimum of HS Diploma.
  • Ability to operate forklift.
  • Experienced in ERP transactions regarding cGMP raw materials, inventory control and reporting.
  • GMP experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to use a computer and knowledge of some Microsoft Office products (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Stand for extended periods of time with periodic stooping / bending / kneeling.
  • Able to lift, push, pull up to 50lbs
  • Climb ladders and stairs of various heights.
  • Work in a controlled environment requiring GxP gowning and wear protective clothing over the head, face, hands, feet, and body. This requires the ability to change clothes into appropriate gowning and personal protective equipment.
  • Working in temperature-controlled environments (cold rooms). #LI-CK1 #LI-Onsite

Ultragenyx