Logistics Associate - Receiving Focus (Biotech)

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Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there's no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is dedicated people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that's the kind of work we want to be part of!

This position is based onsite at our Portsmouth site for a Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm work schedule. This position reports to our Project Albacore Logistics team.

The Logistics Associate 3 provides hands-on support to the daily operations of the Logistics Department, with a primary focus on Receiving. While your initial responsibilities will center on inbound material flow, you'll be expected to cross-train across Shipping, Warehouse and Kitting functions over time to support a flexible and well-rounded team. This Logistics Associate 3 role directly supports a busy GMP manufacturing facility by ensuring timely, compliant receipt of materials and accurate inventory management to keep production running smoothly.

Key responsibilities include using the SAP system to perform transactions such as goods receipt, inbound delivery processing, material inspection coordination and put-away planning. Accuracy is essential – especially when it comes to verifying incoming materials and maintaining inventory records. You'll be expected to help keep documentation clear, timely, and reliable to ensure smooth operations and compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

We're looking for someone meticulous, open to learning, and comfortable working in a dynamic, team-first, fast-paced environment. The individual will also be expected to assist with onboarding and mentoring new colleagues as we continue to build our team.

What you will do:

• Serve as a receiving-focused team member responsible for inbound material handling, receipt verification and GMP compliant intake operations.

• Learn and support daily process flows specific to receiving, including delivery inspection, documentation review, label verification and material put-away coordination.

• Attain a working knowledge of SAP functions tied to receiving responsibilities, including, but not limited to:

  • Goods receipt

  • Inbound delivery management

  • Stock overview

  • Material movements

  • Inventory transactions and adjustments

• Accurately complete SAP transactions with RF scan (barcode) guns to streamline workflows and reduce transactional errors.

• Collaborate within cross-functional teams to be fully trained across Warehouse, Shipping, and Kitting workflows, promoting operational flexibility and business continuity.

• Complete required EHS training and certifications and actively uphold safety protocols across all warehouse tasks. Operate Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks and motorized equipment with active certifications and daily safety checks.

• Demonstrate ability to work safely and efficiently in dock areas, cold storage, or temperature-controlled environments, with appropriate PPE and awareness of product integrity requirements.   

• Exhibit the ability to quickly learn and navigate Quality Management Systems (QMS) such as TrackWise, DMS, accurately complete entries in Logbooks, execution of PMOPs and input Work Orders as needed.

• Perform additional duties with a quality-oriented approach and commitment to GMP standards, as assigned – ensure audit readiness at all times.

What you will bring:

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Ability to identify and resolve operational or inventory-related issues without direct supervision by applying critical thinking and situational awareness.

• Ability to handle complex or varied tasks while also directing and organizing mini projects or daily warehouse operations efficiently.

• An approach for regularly assessing logistics workflows (ie. Staging, putaway, kitting, shipping & receiving) and suggest changes to enhance productivity, reduce errors and support audit readiness.

• A strong grasp of SAP functions and RF scanning tools to maintain inventory precision and support timely material movements.

• Skill for managing multiple priorities, adapting to sudden demand or crisis scenarios while maintaining compliance and performance.

• Deep understanding of SOPs and warehouse standards including GMP, EHS protocols and Quality Management Systems (QMS).

Every day, Lonza's products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.