Inventory Control Coordinator

Zimmer, Inc.•Norfolk, VA

About The Position

The Inventory Control Coordinator position is responsible for supporting the inventory and distribution specialists with the inspection and management of raw materials used in the manufacture of quality medical devices along with the labeling and distribution of the finished products. All these activities are conducted in an FDA regulated and ISO 13485 certified environment. This position supports Production and Logistics by performing and documenting daily inventory and distribution operations in a GMP environment using an Enterprise Resource Planning/Management (ERP) system. This position involves the operation of various process and labeling equipment, software and other tasks in support of the production and distribution schedule. This person will comply with safety requirements. current Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.

Requirements

Comfortable using hand trucks, dollys and pallet jacks
Ability to follow SOP's, work instructions, and maintain daily records in a timely and reliable fashion
Must be a highly organized individual who works independently with minimum supervision in a fast-paced environment.
High level of competency with Microsoft Office and database programs
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Comfortable working under an ISO 13485 or 9001 Quality Management System
Comfortable working with cross functional groups with staff from all educational and professional backgrounds
High school diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

2 years working in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the medical device or tissue banking industry
2 years working with an electronic manufacturing and inventory system such as NetSuite, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamix or SAP

Responsibilities

Performing the daily tasks required to maintain the raw material inventory used to produce Embody's medical devices
Incoming inspection and material quarantine
Inventory movement within ERP system
Support with distribution activities for Embody medical devices
Labeling medical devices
Shipping and receiving from sterilization vendor
Final packaging of sterilized devices
Shipping/distribution of finished devices
Packaging and shipping routine quality testing materials
Receive & disposition returned and expired product
Sample Creation
Packaging and labeling product samples
Responsible for packaging material management
Breaking down and recycling boxes
Organizing packaging areas with required supplies
Participate in line and production planning meetings as needed.
Maintain accurate records and documentation related to inventory, quality, labeling and special projects.
May interact with external customer contacts
May be questioned and/or observed during audits.
Adhere to general safety rules, manufacturing procedures, company policies and procedures, ISO and FDA regulations.