Description
The Materials Management Technician supports day-to-day operations related to receiving, quarantine, sampling, labeling, release, dispensing, and inventory management of raw materials in compliance with cGMP standards.
Responsibilities:
- Receive incoming raw materials and verify shipment contents against purchase orders.
- Perform material inspections, labeling, and documentation in compliance with cGMP and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) standards.
- Sample raw materials in a controlled environment for quality testing.
- Release and update each batch of raw materials' information in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Maintain accurate records of material movement and inventory using electronic systems and paper-based tracking.
- Ensure proper storage of materials according to defined environmental conditions and safety requirements.
- Support periodic inventory counts and cycle counts.
- Follow established SOPs and report deviations or non-conformances to supervision.
- Collaborate with cross-department teams to ensure timely material availability.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment in material storage and sampling areas.
- Identify discrepancies between inventory records and physical counts, and investigate root causes.
- Assist in developing and implementing inventory control procedures and best practices to improve accuracy.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or associate degree; additional coursework in life sciences or logistics is a plus.
- Understanding of basic Good Documentation Practices and warehouse operations.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems (ERP or WMS) and Microsoft Office tools.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods.
- Strong attention to detail, documentation skills, and ability to follow SOPs precisely.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with pharmaceutical, biotech, or chemical manufacturing materials.
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain.
- Basic to good understanding of raw material sampling and cleanroom practices.
- Dispensing chemical solvents with respirator and other provided PPE.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary & equity compensation for full-time roles
- Unlimited PTO, company holidays, and quarterly mental health days
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental & vision, and parental leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
- 401k benefits with employer matching contribution
- Offsite team retreats