Warehouse Associate

Warehouse Operator | Onsite Stevenage (Temp to Perm)

Bi‑weekly shift rotation (6am‑3:45pm / 12:15pm‑10pm).

Based at our client’s GMP warehouse in Stevenage, the Warehouse Operator supports the storage and flow of goods/materials from third parties into the manufacturing centre, including spraying/wiping of equipment, and the transfer out of finished products and waste into short‑term storage, clinical sites and/or third parties.

The role focuses on HS&E and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulations.

• Receiving deliveries of materials, verifying correct merchandise and maintaining accurate records.
• Inputting material information and data into the warehouse management system.
• Performing and documenting incoming materials checks for any damage or discrepancies.
• Maintaining accurate records of deliveries of all merchandise received and distributed.
• Contacting suppliers or distributors to resolve shipment or delivery issues.
• Using forklifts, hand carts or pallet jacks to load, unload, move, stack, and strategically arrange materials to maximise storage space.
• Sampling incoming materials for quality control testing.
• Processing distribution orders or requests, including retrieving specified materials from storage, packing, sealing, and labelling accordingly.
• Specialist cleaning of equipment and materials before transfer into environmentally controlled manufacturing areas.
• Handling temperature‑sensitive materials and operating cryogenic equipment.
• Performing activities in accordance with policies, procedures and licenses that comply with regulatory expectations, including chain‑of‑custody procedures.
• Working to a high safety standard, in compliance with GMP and other regulatory standards.
• Supporting the Warehouse Team Leader, as required, in generating, reviewing and approving cGMP and safety documentation such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and COSHH assessments.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Experience in a transferable operations role or relevant industry setting.
• Good attention to detail and ability to accurately follow SOPs.
• Flexible, self‑motivated and focused on team outcomes.
• Ability to read, write and interpret technical information and specifications in English.
• Must meet physical requirements: lift, bend, reach, stretch, climb ladders and work in tight spaces.
• Commitment to high‑quality work.

• Experience working in a GMP pharmaceutical warehouse/inventory management environment.
• Good knowledge and understanding of GMP and HS&E regulations relevant to pharmaceutical warehousing.
• Good IT skills, including familiarity with ERP platform applications.
• Knowledge of handling temperature‑sensitive products: receiving, storage, labelling and packaging.
• Customer‑centricity, considering the impacts of all supply decisions on the customer and ensuring improvements in service.

• GCSE Level or equivalent qualifications in English and Mathematics (E).
• Fork‑lift truck licence (P).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and Warehouse Management systems (P).

This role offers an exciting opportunity to be part of an innovative biotech company. If you're eager to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!