QA Specialist, Incoming Material Disposition

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION:
The Quality Assurance Incoming Material Disposition Specialist is responsible for supporting the incoming inspection and disposition of incoming materials such as consumables and raw materials at the Devens Cell Therapy Facility. Perform incoming inspection and review of the disposition deliverables to support disposition of materials and batches within the inventory management systems. Assure materials comply with all Client policies, standards, Network & Global Standard Operating Procedures.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, quality, or warehouse environment desired.

• Prior evidence of successful participation on work/study teams where combined contribution,
collaboration, and time bound results are expected.

• Demonstrated proficiency in common computer tools such as word processing, spreadsheet, and web-based
applications, as well as ERP solutions such as SAP.

• Previous work/academic experience where attention to detail and personal accountability were critical to
success.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Works closely with Supply Chain and Manufacturing with regards to discrepancy with nonconforming material as
well as the incoming material process.

• Inspects incoming materials such as consumables, packaging and raw materials per Standard Operating
Procedures and material specifications.

• Performs review of the disposition deliverables to support disposition of materials and batches within the
inventory management systems.

• Assures materials comply with all Client policies, standards, Network & Global Standard Operating Procedures.

• Reviews documentation to support disposition of incoming materials.

• Works in electronic systems such as SAP, Learning Management, and Document management systems.

• May contribute to drafting, reviewing, or approving procedural documents.

• Works on assignments of simple to moderate complexity where some judgment is required in resolving problems
and making routine recommendations.

• Other duties as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• B.S., in science, engineering, biochemistry, related discipline, or its equivalent

• 1-2 years of directly relevant experience in a regulated cGMP environment.

• Any combination of education, experience, and military service in line with recommendations above will be
considered.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is generally performed seated in a Warehouse condition but may require standing and walking for up to
10% of the time. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no abnormal conditions caused by noise,
dust, etc.

• Work in a cGMP laboratory and/or manufacturing environment following techniques which require one to
maintain a high attention to detail. Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), gowning for restricted
areas, aseptic processing, handling chemicals, and work in a general office environment.