Company Background
The mission of Neurogene is to treat devastating neurological diseases to improve the lives of patients and families impacted by these rare diseases. Neurogene is developing novel approaches and treatments to address the limitations of conventional gene therapy in central nervous system disorders. This includes selecting a delivery approach to maximize distribution to target tissues and designing products to maximize potency and purity for an optimized efficacy and safety profile. The Company’s novel and proprietary EXACT transgene regulation platform technology allows for the delivery of therapeutic levels while limiting transgene toxicity associated with conventional gene therapy. Neurogene has constructed a state-of-the-art gene therapy manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas. CGMP production of NGN-401 was conducted in this facility and will support pivotal clinical development activities. This transformative work is driven by our highly collaborative people who come together each day to bring us closer to achieving our mission. As an employee of Neurogene, you will be part of building a culture that honors patient and caregiver mindsets and nurtures innovation, creative problem solving and a strong sense of purpose.
Position Overview
The role of the Supply Chain Associate position will be general shipping, receiving, stocking, handling, and distribution of materials, purchasing and planning at Neurogene. This position will help maintain an uninterrupted supply of raw materials by ensuring the warehouse and other storage locations are kept in an organized and accurate state of control.
Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Facility shipping, receiving, stocking and associated administrative tasks
- Completion of warehouse transactions using inventory control software application
- Periodic inventory of warehouse stock
- Support manufacturing with kitting and distribution of materials
- Communicate with vendors, requesting quotes, and sending purchase orders
- Write and review SOPs and change control documents for supply chain work areas
- Ensure proper documentation is completed to meet quality systems requirements
- Participate in facility safety programs
- Training team members on the department SOPs
- May be asked to perform various “housekeeping” activities such as keeping work areas and equipment clean, etc.
Essential Details
- Work Schedule
- Day shift
- Travel
- <10%
- Safety
- Is knowledgeable and complies with all pertinent safety policies, rules and regulations.
- Ensure that all team members comply with safety rules and regulations.
- Quality Responsibility
- Maintenance of quality systems and cGMP compliance for the business by ensuring that all team members comply with processes, procedures and instructions for all activities in which the team participates.
- All personnel are responsible for notifying responsible management in a timely manner of regulatory inspections, serious GMP deficiencies, product defects and related actions (e.g. quality related complaints, recalls, regulatory actions, etc.).
- Scope
- Works on problems of moderate scope. Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies in selecting methods and techniques in obtaining solutions and in determining appropriate action.
Minimum Requirements
- Education
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Experience
- Minimum 2 years warehousing or related supply chain experience
- Experience in GMP environment a plus
- Knowledge & Skills
- Working knowledge of basic inventory control methods
- ERP knowledge (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics 365 etc.) a plus
- Able to perform procedures according to written guidelines
- Able to develop or revise procedures when required
- Good basic computer skills
- Interact effectively with staff members from multiple levels and departments
- Ability to lift 50lbs, assisted.
- Project management skill a plus
- Continuous strong focus on meeting or exceeding expectations in executing deliverables, performance and results.
- Ability to track and measure performance against defined metrics.
- Self-starter with high degree of energy, independence, initiative, and self-motivation, as illustrated by the ability to instill a sense of pace and urgency into the team.
- Someone who moves fast and decisively in a balanced manner, with a passion for the growing company.
- Passionate, collaborative, creative, willing to take prudent risks, and motivated by the creation of a company focused on transformative treatments for patients and their families.
- Work Environment
- A majority of the work is done in a warehouse or manufacturing environment. Work may involve high energy hazards, such as high-pressure gases, flammable materials, cryogenic operations, and chemical hazards such as strong acids and bases. In some areas, gowning (e.g. lab coat, face mask, shoe covers, hair and beard nets etc.) may be required.