Material Control Specialist

AstraZeneca • Gaithersburg, MD

6d • $65,154 - $97,730

About The Position

We’re looking for a precise Material Control Specialist to keep our materials moving safely and punctually. You’ll manage material handling and order fulfillment end‑to-end, uphold cGMP and safety standards, and partner closely with planners and quality to resolve issues fast. If you’re organized and confident in a regulated environment, this role is for you.
Please NOTE: This is an individual contributor role with no direct reports. There may be minimum overtime and after-hours on-call support required.

Requirements

• High school diploma
• 2-5 years material control/handling experience
• 2-5 years cGMP experience
• Ability to prioritize work requirements, must be well organized and able to manage time efficiently, and must have a strong sense of responsibility

Nice To Haves

• Drivers license
• D.O.T. certification
• Forklift certification
• Microsoft Office
• SAP

Responsibilities

• Material operations: Raw material sampling in a down‑flow booth; handle sample and retain programs; prepare bulk drug substance for shipment.
• Data and systems: Use Raman, enter/review data in LIMS, and update SAP; drive accuracy and traceability.
• Quality leadership: Lead deviations, change controls, and CAPA activities; ensure compliance with cGMP, Safety, Health & Environment, and Sarbanes‑Oxley procedures.
• Delivery focus: Implement standard processes to deliver product on time and in full; identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Cross‑functional teamwork: Join regular meetings with planners and partners; align on raw material receipt issues; provide after‑hours on‑call support when needed.
• Cross‑training: Support selected warehouse tasks/systems and other material management functions.

Benefits

• qualified retirement programs
• paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
• health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees