With a proven track record at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals, I excel in optimising warehouse operations and enhancing safety protocols. Leveraging skills in SAP and BC360, alongside collaborative teamwork, I've significantly improved inventory accuracy and streamlined processes, demonstrating a keen ability to solve complex problems and drive efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Manager
Vetlab Autopak Sterile
07.2021 - 02.2025
Warehouse operations by managing and being involved with incoming and output of raw materials, consumables, primary and secondary packaging.
Operated in shipping of finished goods, along with receiving all deliveries, while maintaining sterile delivery requirements.
Supervised shipping and handling operations.
Used warehouse management software BC360 to reconcile daily inventory.
Oversaw daily operations of production requirements which included delivery and returns of all materials.
Maintained high levels of accuracy in daily operations.
Oversaw inventory control levels and verified compliance with storage and organisation processes.
Conducted regular inventory audits to identify discrepancies in stock counts while implementing corrective measures as needed.
Operated warehouse material handling equipment correctly to move loads.
Kept detailed records of inventories and transactions.
Increased accuracy in order fulfillments with thorough quality control checks, active product ingredient weight confirmation and LOT confirmation.
Monitored adherence to safety protocols and company policies by staying attentive to details.
Supported production workers in meeting goals without compromising safety and compliance.
Optimized storage capacity by redesigning warehouse layout for maximum space utilisation.
Performed troubleshooting to resolve issues with equipment, devices and products.
Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections, training sessions and implementing 5S standards (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardise and Sustain)
Developed strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to secure timely deliveries and maintain adequate inventory levels.
Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
Coordinated with micro and analytical lab raw material sample requirements for new products coming through the pipeline.
Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to verify timely delivery of consumables and supplies, avoiding delays.
Handled day-to-day deliveries overseeing more than 3-4 deliveries per day.
Inspected work areas to keep free of hazards and maintain proper function of safety equipment through weekly housekeeping which was in line with 5S.
Reconciled production usage of all materials once batches were complete in BC360 computer system.
Senior first aider for the sterile site
Compounding Pharmacy Technician
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
05.1997 - 06.2020
Started on production packaging lines becoming a line leader.
Transferred onto production filling lines providing support, conducting hourly tests and any other actions needed to complete batch processing.
Transferred into sterile filling and formulation rooms, working with blow, fill and seal machinery adhering to strict sterile processes and procedures under the code of GMP.
Transferred to our filling and formulation compound team by efficiently organising, compounding and delivering raw materials for each process line and assisting with daily operations as needed.
Conducted quality control tests on compounded raw materials, ensuring safety and efficacy for patients.
Maintained a sterile environment preventing cross contamination, adhering to strict safety protocols using standard operating procedures
Kept detailed records of all compounding activities, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards for all raw materials used including S4 materials.
Accurately measured ingredients using precise scales and barcode scanning for exact weights and product details in compound formulations.
Actively participated in regular audits to ensure adherence to Astrazeneca standards and TGA regulations.
Stocked, labelled, and inventoried raw materials to keep accurate records.
Maintained drug storage procedures, registries, and records for controlled drugs.
A trained assessor to help develop and nurture other employee skills.
Provided assistance to any company projects including computer upgrades, process line improvements, new sterile suite procedures, creating visual management and writing/updating our standard operating procedures (SOP’s)