Supply Chain Operator (Kit Packer).

An opportunity has arisen for a Supply Chain Operator within our Cambridge based Operations team. This role is responsible for delivering all aspects of an efficient end-to-end supply chain within Operations, including kit assembly, goods in/out, warehousing customer service and inventory management, whilst providing additional support to projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

What you’ll be doing for us

To work as part of a team in executing tasks as directed by the Finished Goods Supervisor including, but not limited to, the following activities:  

• Final product assembly
• Maintain Dangerous Goods and Dry Ice certification
• Print and reconcile version-controlled documents and labels confidently and independently
• Monitor and maintain tock levels of materials and reagents within the kit assembly area, identify and raise order requisitions and/or material requests for replenishment
• Oversee and ensure the maintenance of cleanliness and organisation of the kit assembly and dispatch areas, bench areas and fridge/ freezers
• Raise Material Transfer Form requests to replace stock as necessary
• Assist with Materials Management tasks as directed, including the selection, and picking of warehouse items using the MRP system
• Assist, when required, with creating packing sheets, adding stock entries and keying orders into the SAGE accounting system
• Provide support across various Supply Chain functions including kit packing, dispatch, goods in processing and general warehouse operations
• Liaise with Customer Services to ensure customer orders are fulfilled, prepared and dispatched on time
• Execute and document tasks using approved ISO compliant documentation
• Adhere to procedures documented in the Cytocell quality system and ensuring that any non-compliance noted is reported in a timely manner using approved procedures
• Ensuring safety related issues are reported, including completion of relevant documentation
• Write and update SOP’s BMR’s and other documentation as required
• Working within the dispatch area, liaising within Customer Services to ensure customer orders are fulfilled, prepared and dispatched on time
• Pro-actively seek out and identify opportunities for process improvements and make recommendations to Supervisory Team
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to drive the sustainable agenda along the entire supply chain
• Collaborate with cross-functional scientific, laboratory and R&D teams that include a diverse range of personalities and skills.

To provide support to other areas of operation as required:

• Complete tasks as commensurate with the level and nature of the post as delegated by the Finished Goods Supervisor
• Assist when required with warehouse goods-in and material transfer processes and update inventory systems accordingly
• Maintain accurate inventory records and ensure warehouse inventory levels are optimized to meet manufacturing demand while minimizing carrying costs
• Identify and investigate any inventory discrepancies or issues and implement corrective actions.

What we are looking for in you

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of working within ISO and GMP environments
• Growth mindset – actively searching out opportunities for improvement, simplification and reduction in waste
• Right first time - strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work well in a fast-paced environment
• Computer literacy
• Ability to be in the office 5 days per week.

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of customer service, ERP export, dispatch and production processes
• Knowledge of requirements of ISO9001 & ISO13485.

In return you’ll receive:

• Competitive salary
• Pension Scheme (10% non-contributory)
• Private Health Insurance
• Private Dental Insurance
• Group Income Protection
• Group Life Assurance
• 25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays
• High Street Discount Scheme.