Distribution Center Quality Technician (Cincinnati, US) en Guerbet

At Guerbet, we build lasting relationships so that to enable people to live better. This is Our Purpose. 

We are a global leader in medical imaging, offering an extensive portfolio of pharmaceuticals, medical devices, digital and AI solutions, for diagnostic and interventional imaging. As a pioneer in the field of contrast products since the last 100 years, we continuously innovate to improve the diagnosis, prognosis and quality of life of patients. 

Customer centricity, Cooperation, Audacity, Focus, and Responsibility are the values ​​that we share and practice on a daily basis. 

Working at Guerbet is not only being part of a multicultural team with nearly 3,000 people across more than 20 countries, but it is above all about playing a unique role in the future of medical imaging. 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

The Distribution Center Quality Technician is responsible for the timely inspection, review and/or audit of documentation, processes, and medical device shipments, with major impact on the site’s ability to release compliant products from the Distribution Center.

YOUR ROLE

• Serve as the Primary Quality Auditor for Domestic and International Outbound Shipments to ensure compliance with local procedures and product requirements
• Serve as the Lead Auditor to ensure all special instructions are adhered to for Export Shipments for the Distribution Center’s varying customers

• Serve as the primary contact for creating and sending requested Quality Documents on behalf of the Distribution Center
• Recommend and implement controls to ensure that quality standards are met
• Support the development and launch of standard operating procedures for the Distribution Center
• Support 3rd-party, regulatory and customer audits of the QMS, as well as requests for records
• Serve as lead investigator for all Quality Complaints or Nonconformances directed to the Cincinnati Distribution Center including tracking, reporting, and investigating quality errors by the DC Team
• Perform root cause analysis to determine underlying problems. Implement corrective and preventive actions to prevent recurrence of issues
• Work closely with Operations Engineering, Quality, Purchasing, Planning, and Production to achieve business objectives
• Actively help to maintain an efficient work environment by ensuring 6S Standards are met, driving quality and organization of the Distribution Center
• Perform duties as a back-up Quality Technician for operations when necessary.
• Support the Quality efforts of the Distribution Center Team and the Site Quality Department
• Provide quality updates to the Distribution Center Team at the daily tier meetings, including the Distribution Quality KPIs
• Work safely in accordance with regulations, standards, and procedures and in a manner that eliminates unreasonable risk to health and the environment. Notify management of unsafe conditions or practices, unlawful activities and activities which present unreasonable health and/or environmental risk. Report all safety and/or environmental incidents to management immediately.
• Responsible for ensuring DC compliance with GxPs and other regulatory requirements
• Responsible for participation in all Safety aspects of the plant
• Responsible for demonstrating initiative, self-direction, and ability to make decisions
• Requires a solid understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP) aligned with ALCOA+ principles, as well as the ability to effectively apply associated methods and tools in daily operations.
• Must understand and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOP’s) in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment and be able to apply Good Manufacturing Practices
• Understand and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
• Requires successful completion of assigned training.

Department Specific/Non-Essential Functions:

• Perform other duties, special assignments and projects as directed by Quality or Distribution Center management.
• Follow First-In First-Out “FIFO” practices

YOUR BACKGROUND

• Minimum Associate’s degree required
• Two years of applicable work experience, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Previous Quality experience preferred
• Previous warehousing, distribution and/or order fulfilment experience preferred
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, & Visio).

Physical Requirements:

• Requires sitting for roughly 2-6 hours per day with breaks
• Requires keyboard use for roughly 5-6 hours per day with breaks
• Requires standing and/or walking for up to 1-3 or more hours per day with breaks
• Requires high degree of manual dexterity, which could be performed under restrictive conditions
• Frequent lifting and pulling
• Ability to lift to 35 lbs. without assistance
• Ability to operate manual and/or electric pallet jacks

Cognitive Requirements:

• Ability to read, interpret, understand, and apply written instructions
• Ability to receive and follow verbal directions
• Ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
• Requires extreme attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally at all levels
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

WHY JOIN US 

Much more than a competitive salary, 

We offer continued personal development. When you join Guerbet, you: 

• Are choosing a global leader with recognized expertise in diagnostic and interventional imaging,  

• Are joining our 3000 collaborators who are committed every day to offering innovative solutions to improve quality of patient’s life all over the world, 
• Are joining a company where we value diversity of talents coming from various horizons. 

Do you want to help improve patients’ lives with us? 
We look forward to meeting you and continuing our story together! 

We # Innovate # Cooperate # Care #Achieve at Guerbet.  

Guerbet is a signatory of the Diversity Charter. 
We believe diversity is a source of strength, and all our positions are open to everyone. 

Guerbet is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity, and maintain employment statistics on applicants.    

Applicants may be entitled to reasonable accommodation due to disability, pregnancy or related medical condition, or a sincerely held religious belief. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on Guerbet. Please inform the company’s personnel representative if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.    

Guerbet will not discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.