GMP SHIPPING LEAD
Compass Group
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Compass Group USA is seeking a GMP Shipping Lead in Gaithersburg, MD to coordinate compliant shipping/receiving in a biotech/pharma setting. You will handle cold-chain logistics, documentation, ERP transactions, and audit readiness, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of GMP materials.
The role requires 2–3 years in regulated logistics, familiarity with GMP processes, and strong attention to detail with excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits offered.
Qualifications
- Two to three years of experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, clinical-supply, or regulated-industry logistics.
- Experience with GMP shipping and receiving and Good Documentation Practices.
- Knowledge of cold-chain logistics, temperature-controlled packaging, and temperature-monitoring devices.
- Familiarity with import and export processes and related documentation requirements.
- Experience using SAP or another ERP system for shipping, receiving, inventory, or material transactions.
- Understanding of quality-system processes, including deviations, CAPAs, and change control.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate GMP shipping and receiving activities to meet timelines and compliance.
- Manage shipment requirements, dates, delivery schedules, and updates with stakeholders.
- Support movement of GMP materials while preserving integrity and security.
- Complete pack-outs, shipping checklists, and packaging per SOPs and diagrams.
- Lead or support receiving activities, including material inspection and ERP postings.
- Monitor the GMP shipping email group and respond to inquiries.
- Coordinate cold-chain shipments with appropriate packaging and monitoring devices.
- Coordinate with import/export teams for compliant shipping documents.
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Job description
Position Title: GMP SHIPPING LEAD
Shift: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5PM
Location: Gaithersburg, MD
Salary: $78,000 - $80,000
Other Forms of Compensation: none
ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE).
ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services.
This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM's clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets.
This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the 'job search' in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on 'referral tracking.' For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, emailMyReferral@compass-usa.com.
The GMP Shipping Lead is responsible for coordinating and executing compliant shipping and receiving activities within a biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment. This role supports cold-chain logistics, material inspection, documentation management, inventory control, ERP transactions, import/export coordination, pest-control activities, and audit readiness.
The successful candidate will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that GMP materials are packed, shipped, received, documented, and recorded accurately, on time, and in accordance with approved procedures and quality requirements.
- Execute and/or ensure GMP shipping and receiving activities accurately, compliantly, and within required timelines.
- Coordinate shipment requirements, dates, delivery schedules, and updates with senders, receivers, internal teams, and other stakeholders.
- Support the timely and secure movement of GMP materials while maintaining product and material integrity and security.
- Complete pack-outs, shipping checklists, and packaging requirements in accordance with SOPs and approved pack-out diagrams.
- Lead or support receiving activities, including material inspection, documentation review, record retention, and ERP transactions.
- Monitor the GMP shipping email group and respond to shipping and receiving requests or inquiries.
- Coordinate cold-chain shipments using appropriate temperature-controlled packaging and monitoring devices.
- Coordinate with import/export teams to support accurate and compliant shipping documentation and entries.
- Lead weekly meetings with key stakeholders to review upcoming and in-transit shipments; resolve issues as required.
- Collaborate with global logistics teams on the use of carriers, payment coding, and services issues.
- Partner with Quality to ensure GMP operations.
- Complete and maintain shipping, receiving, inspection, and inventory documentation in accordance with GMP and Good Documentation Practices.
- Maintain records in a complete, accurate, and readily retrievable manner.
- Support audit and inspection readiness by ensuring that records, processes, and documentation are complete and compliant.
- Apply quality-system principles, including deviation management, CAPAs, and change control.
- Identify operational issues, support problem resolution, and contribute to process improvements.
- Maintain current GMP, IATA, DGR and other required training.
- Perform SAP or other ERP transactions related to shipping, receiving, inventory, and material movements.
- Monitor inventory levels of GMP shippers, temperature monitors, packaging materials, and other shipping supplies.
- Reorder materials as needed to support ongoing shipping activity.
- Coordinate with key stakeholders and peer groups to manage shared shipping and packaging supplies.
- Maintain accurate stock records and report inventory levels for shippers and related materials.
- Participate in pest-control walkthroughs and preventive-maintenance activities.
- Report facility concerns and work orders as required.
- Support the maintenance of a clean, compliant, and inspection-ready GMP environment.
- Two to three years of experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical, clinical-supply, or regulated-industry logistics.
- Experience with GMP shipping and receiving and Good Documentation Practices.
- Knowledge of cold-chain logistics, temperature-controlled packaging, and temperature-monitoring devices.
- Familiarity with import and export processes and related documentation requirements.
- Experience using SAP or another ERP system for shipping, receiving, inventory, or material transactions.
- Understanding of quality-system processes, including deviations, CAPAs, and change control.
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.
https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ESFM.pdf
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
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