FSP - Senior Logistics Coordinator

Thermo Fisher Scientific • King of Prussia, PA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Thermo Fisher Scientific's clinical research business is a leading global contract research organization and world leader in serving science. We are passionate, deliberate, and driven by our mission – to enable our customers to make the world healthier, safer, and cleaner. Within our Analytical Services team, we have a functional service provider solution, which is a unique partnership that allows our customers to leverage the experience of our staff, while allowing you, the employee, to gain direct experience working onsite at a pharmaceutical/ biopharmaceutical company, all while maintaining full-time benefits.

Requirements

• High / Secondary school diploma or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
• Technical positions may require a certificate
• Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to at least 2-4 years).
• In some cases an equivalency, consisting of a combination of appropriate education, training and/or directly related experience, will be considered sufficient for an individual to meet the requirements of the role.
• Application of knowledge and leveraging of continuous improvement activities utilizing available tools where applicable that support continued adherence with industry regulations, Global Quality Policies (GQP 3201A (Document Management and Control) and GQP 3201B (Data Management and Control)) and supporting business procedures.
• Proactively communicates the status of critical compliance systems support and problem resolution.
• Ensures effective problem analysis and resolution of issues of diverse scope in a timely fashion and escalates issues when needed to appropriate levels of Sterile Ops management.
• Applies metric generation and reporting for Sterile Ops led processes.
• Leads by example in working collaboratively and embracing Client’s Code of Conduct to effectively implement solutions.
• Develops and maintains mutually productive relationships in the workplace.
• Builds and leverages their own networks of expertise formed with other senior internal and external personnel for the benefit of the team.
• Leads the identification and implementation of strategies to improve the qualities and efficiencies of Sterile Ops processes, systems and results.
• Maintains strong systems/processes understanding of current technologies and professional concepts.
• Responsible for scheduling and planning work to meet priorities set by the Client.
• Sets specific daily and weekly priorities to meet timelines.
• Recommends procedures and policies to supervision.
• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
• Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Act as a Lead SME on upgrades/transition of Inventory Management System used by the Sterile Operations team to support business processes/activities (e.g. COMET to SAP, etc)

Responsibilities

• Provide resources to execute the Sterile Operations, Sample Management and Logistics functions in Upper Merion building 29.
• Log in materials, inspect for damage and cold chain compliance, maintain inventory records, sample raw materials, and update materials in conformity to GMP standards.
• Ensure materials are stored in an appropriately identified manner in a suitable environment.
• Ensure inventory records are maintained according to procedural requirements.
• Perform packaging of materials for shipment with minimal supervision.
• Contribute to the creation and revision of Material specifications, accession control forms and SOPs.
• Maintain and oversee housekeeping of the area and restocking of general supplies.
• Coordinate and manage transfer of excipients, components, and samples to support clinical and pre-clinical manufacture and component processing orders.
• Manage inventories and schedule activities appropriately.
• Contribute to relevant investigations.
• Assist in the preparation of metrics and key KPIs for the area.
• Identify and coordinate implementation of safety, quality, and business improvements.
• Lead department consumables storage and stocking programs.
• Lead administrative tasks such as procedure revision, template revision, records filing, records archiving, and other tasks as needed.
• Perform all job functions according to procedure and in accordance with cGMPs, Standard Operating Procedures, and client safety codes and regulations.
• Identify potential risks to the business for consideration by management.
• Lead and contribute to GMP and safety self-inspection activities in area of responsibility.
• Report and maintain metrics as appropriate.
• Ensure zero instances of data falsification or data integrity issues by PPD staff.
• Possess basic computer skills including Word, Outlook, and ability to navigate simple website interfaces.
• When performing manufacturing operations, wear appropriate gowning (scrubs, hair net, beard cover, gloves, safety glasses, safety shoes), stand for periods of time, and operate standard pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment.
• Practice good hygiene, good hand-washing behaviors, and be comfortable frequently using hand sanitizing agents.
• When performing manufacturing operations, do not wear jewelry, makeup, perfume, nail polish, or have artificial nails. Flat wedding bands and medical alert bracelets are accepted.
• May be asked to work occasional overtime hours.
• Be a committed team player prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture.
• Act as a Lead SME on upgrades/transition of Inventory Management System used by the Sterile Operations team to support business processes/activities (e.g. COMET to SAP, etc).

Benefits

• competitive remuneration
• annual incentive plan bonus
• healthcare
• a range of employee benefits
• innovative, forward-thinking organization
• outstanding career and development prospects
• exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED