Logistics Specialist III

Job Title: Dispensing Technician Nights Shift (7 PM 7 AM) Duration: 12 Months on W2 Location: Portsmouth,NH

Summary

Under supervision, the Dispensing Technician is responsible for safely and accurately dispensing raw materials (liquids, powders, acids/bases, hazardous and non-hazardous) under cGMP conditions to support the manufacture of therapeutic proteins (API). This role operates in a rotating night shift (7 PM 7 AM) including every other weekend.

. Key Responsibilities

• Dispense raw materials (liquids and powders, hazardous and non-hazardous), and acids/bases, according to defined process recipes and cGMP guidelines.

• Perform and monitor all dispensing processes and weigh materials accurately.

• Demonstrate aseptic technique and awareness of cross-contamination control while working in a Class C environment and wearing required PPE.

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at all times, as well as Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

• Operate, monitor and perform scheduled cleans and sanitization of dispensing equipment and area.

• Review completed eDispense orders/kits via peer or First Level Review after completing required training (WBT, LQM/PM sign-off).

• Use software systems to prepare materials for transport and delivery to manufacturing suites; perform physical movement and software updates for materials.

• Complete basic laboratory tasks including pH measurement, conductivity checks and sampling as required.

• Decontaminate vehicle cargo areas, reload reusable tubs, ensure no free liquid on vehicle floor, report readiness to plant supervisor.

• Participate in safety inspections, submit safety observations, and support a safe workplace.

• Attend shift exchange and required meetings, manage emails, and participate in assigned logistics and operational projects.

• Perform other duties as assigned to support the Logistics team and manufacturing operations.

. Work Hours & Shift Information

• Night shift: 7 PM 7 AM.

• Rotating days and every other weekend required.

• On-site role, located in a manufacturing/biopharma facility under cGMP conditions.

. Qualifications & Physical Requirements

Education/Experience:

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.

• Prior experience in a manufacturing or pharmaceutical/biopharma environment is preferred.

• Basic understanding of hazardous materials handling and OSHA regulations.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to follow written procedures (SOPs) and maintain accurate documentation.

• Ability to operate dispensing equipment, tubs wash units, and carry out inspections.

• Basic computer skills and experience with scanning or software systems (e.g., eDispense).

• Ability to work night shift schedule, rotate weekends, and adapt to production needs.

Physical/Environmental Demands:

• Extensive lifting, walking, bending, and pushing. Ability to lift up to ~55 lbs and push/pull carts up to ~500 lbs.

• Comfortable working in a controlled manufacturing environment wearing required protective apparel and PPE.

• Awareness of and adherence to cGMP, aseptic technique, and contamination control.

Working Conditions & Safety

• Work occurs in a Class C manufacturing environment under cGMP regulations and cleanroom/ controlled area requirements.

• Handling of hazardous materials (acids/bases, powders, liquids) requiring attention to safety and contamination control.

• Must wear required gowning/PPE and follow all safety, environmental, and quality protocols.

• Housekeeping responsibilities to include cleaning up spills, keeping floors dry, removing debris, and maintaining orderly work areas.

Reporting Relationships & Team Interaction

• Reports to the Plant Supervisor / Logistics Team Lead.

• Works closely with manufacturing, logistics, quality assurance, and operations support teams.

• Has peer review responsibilities for eDispense order/kit completion and works with area trainers for qualification and training sign-off.