Warehouse Specialist

The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow.  Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.

Bionova is a rapidly growing, biologics CDMO focused on developing and manufacturing recombinant protein products using mammalian cell culture processes. Our business success is built on bringing together top scientific talent, arming them with the best available tools, and setting them loose in an agile, energized culture focused on solving difficult client problems. Because our success depends on our ability to exceed our clients’ expectations, we look for candidates with an innate desire to serve. Adaptability and an interest in transformative action are also common attributes among our team. Bionova became a subsidiary of Asahi Kasei Medical in May 2022, a division of Tokyo-based Asahi Kasei Group. This acquisition has enabled Bionova to greatly accelerate growth of the business, both in capacity of current service offerings and expansion into new service offerings.

Company:

Bionova Scientific LLC

Job Description:

Position Summary:

The Warehouse Specialist is responsible for the efficient receipt, storage, and handling of raw materials and finished goods in a GMP environment, developing / updating Standard Operating Procedures around warehouse operations, troubleshooting issues with warehouse discrepancies and assisting with deviations/CAPAs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Developing and following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for inventory control, logistics management, and order fulfillment to meet operational goals.
• Verifying the accuracy of quantity and quality of incoming deliveries
• Labeling every product and storing in determined locations
• Processing material requests and work orders
• Performing cycle counts
• Packaging and processing outbound shipments
• Delivery of material using van and truck
• Operation of material handling equipment, including forklift, pallet jack
• Maintaining accurate records with proper documentation
• Ensure all operations comply with company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements, particularly those specific to biogenetic materials
• Communication with internal departments to research and resolve issues/discrepancies
• Maintain accurate inventory records, conduct regular stock counts, and reconcile discrepancies to ensure optimal stock levels
• Manage material expiration dates and implement FIFO inventory logic
• Responsible to cross reference Purchase Orders to the Material(s), and ensure the warehouse is organized in a responsible fashion
• Identify areas of improvement and establish innovative or adjust existing work procedures and practices
• Managing inbound and outbound logistics to ensure timely delivery of products and prevent inventory shrinkage
• Oversee the day-to-day warehouse activities, including receiving, storing, and distributing materials, supplies and equipment
• Ensure all warehouse items are properly labeled, stored, and organized for easy retrieval
• Oversee warehouse inventory and cycle counts, verifying counts and investigating discrepancies
• Track the movement of inventory items through the warehouse and within the WMS
• Maintain detailed documentation of warehouse operations, including receipts, shipments, and inventory logs
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the warehouse environment
• Implement proper handling and storage procedures for hazardous materials when applicable

Working Conditions:

• This position requires working in a warehouse. The role requires walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.  The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds independently. 
• Minimal access to cold and freezer rooms and material required, utilizing proper Personal Protective Equipment.
• This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to fast-paced and ever-changing circumstances.

Qualifications:

• High school d