Materials Specialist II

Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.•Carlsbad, CA

2d•$21 - $31•Hybrid

About The Position

Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, and with offices in Boston, Massachusetts, and Dublin, Ireland, Ionis has been at work for more than three decades discovering medical breakthroughs that have redefined life for people with serious diseases. We’re pioneers in RNA-targeted medicines, and our platform continues to revolutionize drug discovery and transform lives for patients with unmet needs. With multiple marketed medicines and a leading pipeline in neurology, cardiology and select areas of high patient needs, we continue to drive innovation in RNA therapies in addition to advancing new approaches in gene editing to provide greater value to patients and are well positioned financially to deliver on our strategic goals. At Ionis, we pride ourselves on cultivating a challenging, motivating and rewarding environment that fosters innovation and scientific excellence. We know that our success is a direct result of the exceptional talents and dedication of our employees. With an unprecedented opportunity to change the course of human health, we look to add diverse individuals, skill sets and perspectives to our exceptional team. We continue to invest time, money and energy into making our onsite, hybrid and remote work environments a place where solid and lasting relationships are built and where our culture and employees can thrive. We’re building on our rich history, and we believe our greatest achievements are ahead of us. If you’re passionate about the opportunity to have meaningful impact on patients in need, we invite you to apply and join us. Experience and contribute to our unique culture while you develop and expand your career!

Requirements

High School Diploma required
Minimum of 1 year of experience adhering to SOPs in a GMP environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Experience operating forklifts, lift trucks and pallet jacks.

Nice To Haves

College Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Performs the activities required to ensure proper flow of materials (raw, component, intermediate, finished goods, support materials, etc.) between areas or departments according to production/shipping schedules, department priorities, or need. This also includes examination of materials pre/post-delivery to ensure compliance with specifications and expectations.
Performs the shipment of materials outside the company. These shipment activities must meet and comply with all local, state, federal, regional, or international requirements. For more complex shipments, utilize the knowledge and expertise of more senior associates to ensure work is perform correctly.
Contribute to and maintain a proper inventory of all raw materials. This includes ensuring proper and accurate weighing of materials, ensuring minimal waste of raw materials while handing, and general good workmanship. This may also encompass the creation, use, or record maintenance of any inventory software tools that are in place.
Maintain a written (or electronic) record of all material movements as required by SOP. Records will be created and maintained as per SOP for all GMP activities within the department.
Perform or coordinate the physical movement of materials from one location to another. This may involve the use of a reach-truck, forklift, or other such equipment (as applicable).
Comply and adhere to all Safety Regulations and Quality requirements/directives.
Other such duties as assigned