Logistics Specialist II-Sampling (Biotech)

This position is based onsite at our Portsmouth site on the following bi-weekly shift schedule. All days are 7am-7pm.

Week 1: Sun, Wed, Thurs

Week 2: Mon, Tues, Fri, Sat

The Logistics Sampling Associate is responsible for taking samples of incoming raw materials. Performs routine testing of raw materials in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and standard operating procedures (SOPs). The Associate also contributes to other areas within Logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs sampling of powdered and liquid raw materials upon delivery to manufacturing site.
• Applies aseptic techniques to sample from a variety of containers and equipment (bags, barrels, totes, etc.).
• Performs equipment maintenance, inventory/ordering of supplies, and routine sanitization cleans including daily/weekly/monthly cleans.
• Responsible for maintaining the clean room and all tools in a sanitary state, keep logbooks of sampling and cleans, ferrying materials to and from the warehouse using various powered equipment, and responding to changing demands due to manufacturing needs.
• Performs relevant assays by following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and conforming to cGMP standards.
• Performs peer reviews of general data in regards to assigned area.
• Uses DMS, iLab, LIMs, Trackwise and SAP systems.
• Qualified trainer and SME of primary department
• Performs Safety Inspection walkthroughs to support department.
• Physically transfers consumable material from Warehouse to workstation and completes a Transfer Order in SAP to align inventory.
• Performs other duties as they are assigned to support Logistics assigned by supervisor and/or manager to support Logistics Team.

Key Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree and/or equivalent experience preferred.
• Ability to use Microsoft Suites (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Comprehend and follow detailed instructions
• Works as an active member of team
• Able to learn quickly
• Able to interpret data
• Possess critical thinking skills and decision-making abilities
• Ability to wear appropriate PPE during all shifts

Every day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.