Warehouse Lead Operator (Permanent Night Shift)

AstraZeneca plc; Monksland; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

AstraZeneca plc is seeking a Warehouse Lead Operator for the permanent night shift at the Athlone facility (Monksland). The role coordinates night shift activities, ensures GMP compliance, and supports cross-functional partners.

The position requires cGMP experience, SAP proficiency, and strong leadership and safety focus to maintain schedule adherence and quality systems. The role is onsite with weekend and night patterns as described, and reports to the Warehouse Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Experience leading/coordinating warehouse activities in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in an inventory management system such as SAP or equivalent.
• Strong skills in MS Office (Excel, Word) and digital tools.
• Familiarity with AI and data-driven working methods in warehouse ops.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day warehouse activities on permanent night shift to meet schedules and maintain GMP.
• Ensure training, safety, and compliance for night shift equipment and processes.
• Maintain Warehouse Quality System with SOPs and cGMP requirements.
• Provide guidance and prioritisation for night shift staff; escalate as needed.
• Support cross-functional teams and handover to day shift and Warehouse Supervisor.
• Author and revise SOPs, forms, and job roles as required.
• Lead investigations and deviations with timely closure.
• Promote continuous improvement initiatives and use of digital tools.

Skills

cgmp leadership

training & compliance

interpersonal communication

regulatory knowledge

shift coordination

training new staff

problem solving

safety procedures

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Copilot

Job description

Warehouse Lead Operator (Permanent Night Shift)

Reports to: Warehouse Supervisor

Location: Monksland, Athlone

Permanent Night Shifts: 8.25 hr. 37.5 hours per week Average Work Week (12x5 Operations)

Sunday to Friday (Sunday 23:00-07:00, Monday to Friday 22:45-07:00 to allow for shift handover)

Introduction to role:

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day warehouse activities at the Athlone facility. This role ensures that all warehouse operations are completed according to approved Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), in a safe manner, and in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). The Warehouse Lead provides operational direction to night shift warehouse personnel, supports schedule adherence, and acts as a key point of escalation for warehouse activities during night shift operations.

This position is expected to represent Alexion Pharmaceutical interests, objectives and policies in a professional and responsible manner while supporting operational readiness, GMP compliance, safety standards and effective communication between the night shift team, Warehouse Supervisor and relevant cross-functional partners.

Accountabilities:

• Coordinating and performing day-to-day warehouse activities on the permanent night shift to meet manufacturing schedules while maintaining a high level of GMP compliance.
• Ensuring all training, safety procedures and compliance requirements for night shift equipment, processes and facility activities are maintained and up to date at all times.
• Maintaining the Warehouse Quality System by adhering to all relevant SOP’s, policies and cGMP requirements
• Aiding with troubleshooting and resolving operational problems as they arise
• Acting as the primary Warehouse point of contact for night shift operational issues, ensuring appropriate escalation and handover to the Warehouse Supervisor and day shift team.
• Providing guidance, coaching and task prioritisation for Warehouse Associates assigned to the night shift to ensure safe, compliant and efficient execution of warehouse activities.
• Perform routine activities related to dispensed materials to the manufacturing environment.
• Performing routine material inspection exercises in accordance with agreed procedures and standards to support material release in line with manufacturing schedule
• Act as Subject Matter Expert for material sampling, inspection, stock movement and related warehouse activities where required, demonstrating technical proficiency and supporting compliant execution on night shift.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying areas needing improvement, recommending strategies for improvement and implementing those strategies once approved
• Proactively ensuring that all Environmental, Health and Safety responsibilities are carried out according to EHS regulations and procedures
• Providing support to Operations, Validation, Engineering and Quality where required
• Completing training with new/junior Warehouse Associates
• Report to the Warehouse Supervisor on night shift area performance, escalation items, handover priorities and any issues requiring resolution.
• Authoring and revising standard operating procedures, related forms/logbooks and job roles as required
• Recognising and initiating deviations relevant to the area, complete associated investigations and ensure closure in a timely manner
• Represent Warehouse/Operations in cross functional initiatives and meetings
• Embrace Alexion Core Competencies
• Any other duties as required.

Essential Skills/Experience:

• Confirmed experience performing warehouse activities in a cGMP commercial manufacturing environment, with proven capability to lead or coordinate operational activities.
• Proficiency in an inventory management system e.g. SAP or equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft office, Excel, Word & Copilot
• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital tools and data-driven ways of working, with the ability to support appropriate use of digital solutions within warehouse operations.
• Good interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills
• Should be knowledgeable of regulatory and GMP requirements.
• Full cGMP training complete in current or previous relevant role.
• Forklift training complete or willingness to maintain required warehouse equipment training for the role.

Desirable Skills/Experience:

• IATA and ADR training to support sample shipment
• Formal education in logistics/warehousing/supply chain would be an advantage.
• Experience supporting digital enhancements, automation initiatives, AI-enabled tools, dashboards, workflow improvements or system optimisation within a warehouse, materials management or GMP manufacturing environment.

When we put unexpected teams in the same room, we unleash bold thinking with the power to inspire life-changing medicines. In-person working gives us the platform we need to connect, work at pace and challenge perceptions. That's why this essential worker role works fully onsite. But that doesn't mean we're not flexible. We balance the expectation of being in the office while respecting individual flexibility. Join us in our unique and ambitious world.

At Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease, we embrace an opportunity where work isn’t ordinary. Our closeness to patients brings us closer to our work and each other. With a rapidly expanding portfolio, we foster an energising culture where people build connections to explore new ideas that profoundly impact patients' lives. We value diversity and inclusion, ensuring life-changing ideas can come from everywhere. Our commitment to integrity, innovation, and connection drives us to make a difference where it truly counts.

Date Posted

02-Oct-2026

Closing Date

17-Oct-2026

Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.