Operations Technician (General Operative)

Job Description Company InformationYou Matter to Cambrex. Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance, drug product, and analytical services across the entire drug lifecycle. With more than 40 years of experience and a growing team of over 2,000 professionals servicing global clients, Cambrex is a trusted partner in branded and generic markets for API and dosage form development and manufacturing. Your Work Matters.At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environmentstrengthen connections with coworkers and the communityWe’re committed to attracting and nurturing a passionate team of valued professionals in our fast-paced and growing company. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes healthcare, life insurance, planning for retirement, and more!Your Future Matters. Job OverviewThis new Operations Technician position in Waterford offers the opportunity to build your experience across operations, maintenance and quality. Working as part of a busy Operations team, you will report to the Stability Lead while performing sample management activities. ResponsibilitiesOperationsReceive and check customer deliveries to Q1 Scientific, highlighting any anomalies and ensuring secure, correct and timely storage of such deliveries in line with customer requirements, regulatory and quality guidelinesTake responsibility for retrieval, packing and delivery of samples back to customersPerform daily checks on stability cabinets/room conditionsComplete equipment calibrations, temperature and humidity mapping (training will be provided)Ensure the facility is kept clean and equipment and maintenance schedules are maintained as specified by QMSLiaise with external consultants and contractorsProvide general admin support and any other duties as may be requiredDrivingCollecting, loading, delivery and return of samples to customer sites throughout IrelandCo-ordinating with the Operations team to ensure delivery deadlines are adhered toEnsuring paperwork is correct for each deliveryDriving company vehicle in a courteous and safe manner with regard to other road users and in accordance with road legislation, company policies and proceduresQualityEnsure that all activities meet the quality standards specified by the Q1 Scientific QMS and in accordance with cGMP standardsReview completed documents for compliance to specification and to ensure all entries are completeProduce and manage quality reports around deviations Qualifications/SkillsYou must have a good attention to detail with:Advanced level Microsoft Word and Excel skills with the ability to produce graphs and reportsA good work ethic and be willing to work as part of a team or on your own initiativeA positive attitude to work and a willingness to take ownership of projectsHours are am to 5 pm Monday – Friday, with some requirement to work outside of these hours. Education, Experience & Licensing RequirementsThe ideal candidate will have 2 + years’ work experience in a temperature-controlled storage environment (retail or warehouse), regulated manufacturing or pharmacy environment with:Experience working to standard operating procedures in a regulated environment (this is desirable and not essential)Previous experience in picking and packing materialsExperience using an inventory management systemThe ability to complete quality documentation/reportsA full clean driving licenceCambrex is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.#LI-SK1 Travel: Not applicablePhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear and smell. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required.Environment and Protective EquipmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually very quiet.