Production Materials Lead

Headquartered in Nashville, TN – one of the fastest-growing and most exciting cities in the United States – August Bioservices is a privately-owned, high-growth, and high-impact Contract Development Manufacturing Organization (CDMO).  As a US-based outsourcing partner that provides a wide array of expert drug discovery, drug formulation, and drug manufacturing services to pharma and biotech companies of all sizes, we play a vital role in the global pharmaceutical industry. Our work is instrumental in helping to develop molecules today that can become the life-changing therapies of tomorrow. To support our growth plans, August is investing significant capital in a two-phase expansion project – including building a new state-of-the-art facility adjacent to our current facility. For those seeking dynamic opportunities, rewarding career paths and a chance to make a difference in global health, come grow with August!

Material Coordination & Staging

• Ensure timely availability of raw materials, components, and consumables for production schedules
• Stage and verify materials (quantities, lot numbers, etc.) for manufacturing batch execution in accordance with batch records
• Stage inventory for cleanroom materials replenishment
• Review production schedules and proactively identify material gaps or risks
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Planning to align material supply with manufacturing demand.
• Ensure timely reconciliation of materials returned from production, returning to inventory or discarding promptly.
• Production Support
  • Ensure materials are properly labeled, released, and compliant with GMP requirements
  • Act as primary point of contact for material-related issues on the production floor, minimizing downtime associated with materials issues.
  • Coordinate the receipt of finished goods into inventory post-manufacturing.
  • Inspecting materials for damage, ensuring proper labeling, and managing temperature-sensitive materials (e.g. cold storage or frozen products) with immediate priority.
  • Documentation & Compliance
    • Maintain accurate records for material transactions, ensuring accuracy in both in MRP/ERP systems and all other cGMP documentation
    • Strict adherence to cGMP and Good Documentation Practices, setting the example for good documentation practices and inventory accuracy.
    • Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements
    • Support audits and inspections by providing material traceability documentation
    • Inventory Control & Tracking
      • Using ERP or similar systems, monitor inventory levels and support cycle counts and inventory accuracy initiatives
      • Track material usage and reconcile discrepancies
      • Support inventory optimization to minimize waste and stockouts
      • Cross-Functional Collaboration
        • Work closely with Quality Assurance for material release and deviations
        • Coordinate with Warehouse for material receipt, storage, and issuance
        • Communicate effectively with Manufacturing, QC, and Supply Chain teams
        • Continuous Improvement
          • Identify and implement process improvements in material handling and flow
          • Support lean manufacturing and operational efficiency initiatives
          • Participate in deviation investigations and CAPA implementation related to materials