Job Title:  MCS Sr. Material Coordinator (JP11998)
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA. 91320
Business Unit: Distribution Group
Employment Type:  Contract
Duration: 6+ months (with possible extensions)
Rate: $26 - $30/hr.
Posting Date: 1/5/2024.
Notes: Only qualified candidates need apply.  Fully onsite in Thousand Oaks, CA.
Day shift 6:30 AM - 3:30 PM


3 Key Consulting is hiring!  We are recruiting a MCS Sr. Material Coordinator for a consulting engagement with our direct client, a leading global biotechnology company.

Job Description:
Sr. Material Coordinator Supports our client’s distribution teams by performing tasks associated with Picking, Reviewing, and Processing materials required for the shipping of biopharmaceutical products. This position requires strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP's), the ability to accurately complete documentation as well as the operation of Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV’s). Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

• Material handling associated with the movement of materials within the warehouse.
• Staging materials for transport and delivery.
• Support error investigations and documentation.
• Support Metrics gathering and reporting.
• Assisting with internal operational excellence projects.

This position requires completing all transactions and work responsibilities in a timely and accurate manner, consistently follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and departmental policies. Daily workload is accomplished through group effort so the successful candidate will have a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, identifying and reporting operational issues and process improvement opportunities. Operating Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV’s), adherence to safe working practices and supporting other warehouse functions related to the shipment of materials per procedures and regulations is required.  Note: The consultant will be working in a biotechnology/pharmaceutical warehouse

Top Must Have Skill Sets:
1. Understanding of GMPs, SOP adherence.
2. Warehousing exp. (3-4 years minimum preferred)
3. Material handling experience, Attention to detail, computer, Critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Excel experience is a must
Person should also have computer skills (SAP, Smartsheet and Excel) and be able to complete metrics/ etc.

Day to Day Responsibilities:
The applicant will be one of several Distribution Team members. The working shift is 0630 to 1530. The team meets each morning at a team huddle and reviews the daily workload. Division of labor is primarily between Picking, Review/Pack and Metering shipments. Core responsibility will be to Pick, Review and Pack/prep clinical product for shipping. The first two-three weeks involve a large amount of SOP reading, warehouse familiarization and training. A new hire is typically trained to full competency in 2 to 3 months. Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to: Material handling associated with the movement of materials within the warehouse, staging materials for transport and delivery, Support error investigations and documentation, Support Metrics gathering and reporting, Assisting with internal operational excellence projects.

Basic Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree and 4 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 6 years of experience.
• Must be able to lift up to 35lbs and push/pull heavy loads using material handling equipment.
• Must be willing to operate Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV).
• Understanding of GMP’s and SOP’s.
• MS Office familiarity.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills.
• Solid math skills.
• Physically capable, comfortable working in cold environments.

Why is the Position Open?
Supplement additional workload on team.

Red Flags:

• Resumes with only warehousing experience are not preferred for this role. Limited warehouse or GMP experience may be acceptable if the applicant has the right amount of education (e.g., BA/BS) and proven teamwork experience.
• Spelling errors and/or poor formatting are red flags for level of detail.
• Limited time on job, attention to detail.

Interview Process:
The interview is typically a panel interview with members of the Distribution Team and other Area Managers. A phone screen may also be performed.

We invite qualified candidates to send your resume to resumes@3keyconsulting.com.  If you decide that you’re not interested in pursuing this particular position, please feel free to take a look at the other positions on our website www.3keyconsulting.com/careers. You are also welcome to share this opportunity with anyone you think might be interested in applying for this role.