Materials Associate

Job Description

On behalf of one of our clients in the Pharmaceutical industry, we are currently seeking a Materials Associate to join their Waterford manufacturing site on contract..

Position Summary:

The purpose of this position is to be responsible for all storage and movement of raw materials and products within Horizon Therapeutics Supply Chain Function, including up-to-date inventory recording.

Responsibilities:

• To ensure that incoming materials are checked in, receipted, stored, sampled and distributed according to company procedures.
• To support the retrieval of QC samples of material batches within the staging area and rigorously follow Health and Safety dress code and cleaning procedures.
• To Pick & Stage materials for production and reconcile all materials back from production in accordance with operating procedures.
• To prepare shipments for customer collection or subcontract facilities.
• To maintain stock accuracy by leading the stock-taking and cycle-counting process, including sundry materials.
• To process all materials documentation/logbooks and complete all SAP transactions in an accurate and timely manner.
• To work as a team member, helping to implement and carry out all company GxP work practices, Lean Initiatives and Health & Safety and Environmental procedures, including high-potency waste disposal.
• To always represent the company/department in an appropriate manner when dealing with suppliers, couriers, customers and colleagues.
• To maintain all materials handling equipment in a safe manner.
• To carry out any other functions necessary for the smooth running of materials areas and support continuous improvement projects and initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

• 3rd level qualification or Minimum 3 years' experience within the Pharmaceutical industry or equivalent experience in a regulated environment.
• Experience in either Manufacturing or Materials movements in a GMP environment a district advantage
• Exposure to GMP audits an advantage, for example FDA, HPRA or other

• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Professional, proactive demeanour.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.