About Civica
Over the past two decades, shortages of generic, injectable medications critical to the lifesaving work of hospitals in the United States have become commonplace and have reached an all time high. Over 300 essential medications are reported to be in shortage, according to industry and FDA reports. “Race to the bottom” pricing of mostly sterile injectable medications, manufacturing challenges and predatory pricing are both the causes and results.
Who suffers most? Patients.
Civica is a 501(c)(4) social welfare organization established in 2018 by health systems (CommonSpirit Health, HCA Healthcare, Intermountain Healthcare, Mayo Clinic, Providence St. Joseph Health, SSM Health, and Trinity Health) and philanthropies (Gary and Mary West Foundation, Laura and John Arnold Foundation, and Peterson Center on Healthcare) to reduce chronic generic drug shortages and related high prices in the United States. An experienced team of health care and pharmaceutical industry leaders leads the organization.
Today, more than 55 health systems have joined Civica. They represent over 1,500 hospitals and over 30 percent of all U.S. hospital beds. Civica has also supplied the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs, the U.S. Department of Defense, and the U.S. Strategic National Stockpile of essential medicines. Since established, the #1 Policy for the Civica team has been “Do What Is in the Best Interest of Patients.”
Civica has expanded its mission beyond the hospital setting to include lowering the cost of medications at the pharmacy counter. It has launched a sister organization, CivicaScript, to enter the retail pharmacy market partnering with Blue Cross Blue Shield entities and others with the goal of reducing select high cost generic drugs where market forces are not working to control drug costs.
More recently, Civica announced plans to develop, manufacture and deliver affordable biosimilar insulin, The consistent availability of affordable insulin will benefit people who ration their care or who have been forced to choose between this life-sustaining medicine and living expenses. Those who are uninsured or underinsured often pay the most out of pocket for their medications.
Long- and short-acting insulins will be produced and available in both vials and pre-filled pens – at no more than $30 per vial and no more than $55 for a pack of five pens.
Learn more about Civica’s plans and progress at www.civicarx.org.
Job Description
The Materials Specialist – 2nd shift will have the responsibility of conducting the daily 2nd shift warehouse general activities, including receipt, handling, and shipment of materials, components, supplies and other commodities, performance of cycle counts, maintenance of the warehouse in an orderly, tidy and inspection-ready state, adherence to all safety procedures and regulations, and collaborating with other departments as applicable. This position will also initiate, investigate, and close deviations, CAPAs, Change Actions, etc., as applicable. The ideal candidate will have a consistent track record of achieving results in a warehouse environment and maintaining a positive culture.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Perform all 2nd shift warehouse activities, including aligning and scheduling material requirements to meet site manufacturing requirements.
- Supply required raw materials, components, supplies, and other commodities to all site departments in an accurate and timely manner to ensure schedules are maintained.
- Adherence to Civica procedures and policies and conform to current good manufacturing practices and good documentation practices.
- Ensure all staff members adhere to safety regulations and procedures.
- Attend shift meetings to ensure communication and issues are clear to all staff members.
- Initiate, investigate, and close deviations, CAPAs, Change Actions, etc., as applicable.
- Participate in regulatory and QA audits and inspections.
- Perform SOP generation and revisions.
- Ability to quickly adapt and adjust priorities in response to changes in schedule due to unforeseen disruptions to minimize impact to all supported departments.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Warehouse manager.
Basic Qualifications And Capabilities
- A minimum of 4+ years of experience in warehouse operations. Pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred.
- An associate’s degree or higher in a related field is a plus.
- Obtaining Powered industrial truck (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) certification through Civica Rx upon employment will be required. Experience in using ERP systems with an emphasis on inventory
- Good writing and documentation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Knowledge of GMP, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices is preferred.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and meeting schedule requirements.
- Ability to work autonomously and within established guidelines, procedures and practices.
- Experience in a process improvement environment, including change management and optimizing process flow.
- Solid communication and collaboration skills, committed to meeting high-quality standards.
Physical Demands And Work Environment
The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this position successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the basic duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear. The employee must frequently use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
The company is an equal opportunity employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with applicable ADA regulations.
2nd shift: 3-11:30pm
