Raw Material Sampler 2

Merck & Co.; Holly Springs (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies in Holly Springs, NC is seeking a Raw Material Sampler 2 to support sampling operations in a GMP manufacturing facility. You will use SAP for inventory and LIMS for sample management, operate a Powered Industrial Truck, and collaborate with Warehouse, QC and Supply Chain teams.

Training others and contributing to continuous improvement are part of the role. The position requires a High School Diploma or GED with experience (or related degrees) and familiarity with

Job description

Position Overview

The Raw Material Sampler 2 position is responsible for sampling of materials and products. This role works with multiple functions to support operations (e.g., Warehouse, Supply Chain, Quality Control (QC)). The Raw Material Sampler 2 uses Systems and Applications Production (SAP) Enterprise Resource
Planning (ERP) system for inventory management and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for sample management while operating in a good manufacturing practice (GMP) facility with standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Company Overview

FUJIFILM Biotechnologies is building the future of bioproduction in Holly Springs, North Carolina. By end of 2025, we'll open North America's largest end-to-end CDMO biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility, offering drug substance production, fill-finish, and packaging under one roof.

We're looking for passionate, mission-driven people to help us realize this exciting vision and deliver the next vaccine, cure, or therapy. We offer a dynamic work environment and we're proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your purpose, energy, and drive-what we call Genki. Ready to shape the future of medicine? Let's transform healthcare together!

Holly Springs, North Carolina, combines small-town warmth with proximity to Raleigh's thriving tech scene, making it the perfect blend of community and opportunity.

Fujifilm is globally headquartered in Tokyo with over 70,000 employees across four key business segments of healthcare, electronics, business innovation, and imaging. We are guided and united by our Group Purpose of "giving our world more smiles." Visit: https://www.fujifilm.com/us/en/about/region/careers

Job Description

What You'll Do

• Transfers materials into and out of Raw Material Sampling using powered or manual industrial trucks (PIT)
• Performs Grade D gowning and material transfers
• Performs sampling operations per material specifications
• Identifies and maintains inventory levels for efficient sample throughput and scheduling
• Collaborates with other departments (e.g., Warehouse, QC, Supply Chain)
• Uses analytical and bench top scales in sampling booths
• Identifies issues in operations, equipment, systems, procedures, and initiates corrective action for resolution
• Assists with training associates in Raw Material Sampling operations
• Basic knowledge of sampling processes and procedures
• Basic use of SAP and LIMS
• Interfaces with warehouse and supervision
• Executes cycle counting material in Raw Material Sampling
• ERP knowledge for ordering and receiving materials from the Warehouse
• Attends department GEMBA and safety walks
• Supports departmental continuous improvement efforts
• Other duties, as assigned

Basic Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with 4 years related experience in a manufacturing, sampling, or lab environment; OR
• Associate's Degree in Life Sciences or similar area with 2 years of related experience in a manufacturing, sampling, or lab environment; OR
• Bachelor's Degree in Life Sciences or similar area
• Military experience of equivalence

Preferred Requirements

• Prior experience operating industrial trucks
• Experience with ERPs and LIMS, SAP and Labware
• Previous GMP experience with manufacturing, weigh and dispense, or raw material sampling
• Experience training other associates
• Experience with analytical and bench top scales
• Bioworks or BTEC Capstone cGMP coursework

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Will work in environment which may necessitate respiratory protection
• Will work in environment operating a motor vehicle or Powered Industrial Truck
• Ability to ascend or descend ladders, scaffolding, ramps, etc.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 33 pounds
• Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18\" to 60\" in height, and use twisting motions
• Will work in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind

EEO Information

Fujifilm is committed to providing equal opportunities in hiring, promotion and advancement, compensation, benefits, and training regardless of nationality, age, gender, sexual orientation or gender identity, race, ethnicity, religion, political creed, ideology, national, or social origin, disability, veteran status, etc.

ADA Information

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our HR Department ([e-mail]).