Material Control Specialist

AstraZeneca•Gaithersburg, MD

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
Microsoft Office
SAP

Nice To Haves

Drivers license
D.O.T. certification
Forklift certification

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.