Warehouse Support Operator (Contract)

Genezen; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation days

401(k) plan with company match

Healthcare plans

FSA and HSA programs

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Genezen is seeking a Warehouse/Materials Coordinator at our Indiana location to receive, process, and account for raw materials supporting GMP operations. Responsibilities include unloading/loading, storage, and shipping to customer orders, with emphasis on inventory accuracy and timely material availability.

Ideal candidates will have 1 year in cGMP environments, forklift experience, and familiarity with ERP systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree preferred.
• 1 year of experience with cGMP.
• 2+ years of Shipping/Receiving in a cGMP environment.
• Prior experience with ERP software preferred.
• Prior pharmaceutical or food manufacturing/processing experience.
• 1 year of stand-up forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain cGMP standards for raw materials, finished product, and equipment.
• Enter and process material requests in the system.
• Track POs, confirmations, delivery dates, and shipment updates.
• Manage inventory levels weekly using planning tools.
• Assist with verifying PO pricing, quantities, and lead times.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Production and Supply Chain to ensure material availability.
• Monitor stock levels and communicate shortages or delays.
• Perform physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
• Receive materials and store in designated warehouse locations.
• Pick, stage, and issue materials to support production.
• Process inventory movements and transfers in the system.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and warehouse organization.

Skills

cGMP knowledge

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Independent work

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Associate Degree in Supply Chain or related field

Job description

The field of gene therapy is growing rapidly and Genezen is here to meet the exacting needs of our clients. We provide process development, produce GMP viral vectors, and provide cell transduction for gene and cell therapy clinical trials and are proud to be a part of the process that leads to new cures.

WORKING AT GENEZEN

Manypeople have worked in environments where you feel like just another nameless part of an enormous machine. Genezen is different. We want our employees to be innovative, collaborative problem solvers who are dedicated to meeting the challenges of working at a fast-growing company. We are dedicated to empowering our employees to be their best and making Genezen a rewarding place to work. Every employee contributes to the success of the company and you can be part of that team.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for receiving, processing, and accounting of raw materials in support of Genezen at our Indiana location. Unloading/loading of materials at docks, receiving of materials, storage of material in appropriate storage zones, preparation, and shipping to customer orders.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Operate and maintain SISPQ (Safety, Identity, Strength, Purity, and Quality) of all cGMP consumables (e.g., raw material), finished product, and equipment throughout the supply chain life cycle.
• Accurately enter and process new material requests within the appropriate system.
• Track purchase order acknowledgments, order confirmations, expected delivery dates, and shipment updates.
• Review and manage minimum and maximum inventory levels weekly using master planning tools to support material availability.
• Assist the Buyer with verifying purchase order pricing, quantities, lead times, and other purchasing information for accuracy.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Production, and Supply Chain teams to identify material needs and support the timely availability of materials.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate potential shortages, delays, or other material availability concerns.
• Conduct physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies between physical inventory and system records.
• Receive incoming materials and ensure they are properly stored in designated warehouse locations in accordance with established procedures.
• Pick, stage, and issue materials to support production activities.
• Process inventory movements, transfers, and other material transactions accurately within the inventory management system.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and support overall warehouse organization and inventory accuracy.

SPECIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Adaptability required as work schedule may change based on business needs.
• Criminal background check required.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES

• High school diploma required
• Associate Degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred

ON-THE-JOB EXPERIENCE

• 1 year of experience with cGMP
• 2+ years of Shipping/Receiving related functions in a cGMP environment
• Previous experience in materials management / ERP software preferred
• Prior pharmaceutical or food manufacturing/processing experience
• 1 year of stand-up fork-lift experience

SKILLS / ABILITIES

• Strong understanding of the biopharmaceutical industry and cGMP
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in MS Excel and Outlook, with teh capability to learn in more detail
• Ability to pay close attention to detail, including following instructions and procedures (SOPs, cGMP)
• Must be able to multitask effectively, with a high level of organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Strong focus on customer service

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to meet the following physical demands:
• Regularly required to work around large machinery and typical utilities seen in pharmaceutical facilities.
• Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; hazardous waste; and risk of electrical shock.
• Occasionally exposed to extremely loud noise levels.

Movement

• Frequently required to stand; sit; walk; balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally required to walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

Lifting

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds

Vision

• Frequently utilize close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Communication

• Frequently required to communicate by talking, hearing, using telephone and e-mail

GENEZEN'S CURES VALUE-BASED COMPETENCIES

Committed to Science
We are committed toscientific excellence, staying current with industry developments, making data-driven decisions, and pursuing innovation to advance healthcare.

Urgency in action for the patients
We operate with urgency and a commitment to delivering timely treatments to patients by accelerating our partners' programs.

Resilience & Grit in operations
We are committed to overcoming challenges, learning from failures, and persistently striving for success.

Execute with Excellence & Integrity
We are dedicated to delivering quality results and upholding ethical principals.

Solutions driven for our partners
We are committed to being a proactive, collaborative, creative and open-minded partner.

GENEZEN'S BENEFITS

• Paid vacation days, amount based on tenure
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 6% of salary
• Choice of several healthcare plans
• FSA and HSA programs
• Employer-paid basic term life/personal accident insurance
• Voluntary disability, universal life/personal accident insurance

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• Nothing in the job description for this role restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• This position requires a criminal background check.
• Genezen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Genezen participates in EVerify.
• Genezen is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States; however, we are not able to sponsor visas.

Genezen has operates two locations: one in Fishers, Indiana and the second in Lexington, Massachusetts.

Fishers is a suburb of Indianapolis. Fishers was named the #1 place to live in the US by Money Magazine in 2017 for its livability, safety and entrepreneurship. Fishers is one of the fastest growing communities in Indiana and is dedicated to supporting a high quality of life for all its residents. Nearby Indianapolis is home to professional and college sports teams, the Indy 500, a growing art community and the world's largest children's museum--to name just a few reasons why this area is a great place to live.

Lexington, Massachusetts, located just northwest of Boston, is renowned as a historic suburb with a rich cultural heritage. It boasts picturesque New England charm, tree-lined streets, and a vibrant community. Known for its pivotal role in the American Revolution, Lexington offers visitors and residents alike a blend of historical landmarks, modern amenities, and a strong sense of community pride.

Please acknowledge that you understand that this is a contract role, based in Indianapolis, Indiana.