Distribution Specialist I

Warehouse Material Handling Technician

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Everyone at Kite is grounded by one common goal curing cancer. Every single day, we seek to establish a direct line between that purpose and our day-to-day work. Join us in this mission! We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Supply Chain organization as a Warehouse Material Handling Technician, known internally as a Distribution Specialist I, and support the startup of Kite's brand new, state of the art, commercial Cell Therapy facility currently under construction in Frederick, Maryland. In this exciting new area of cancer immunotherapy, you will assist in the commissioning and operation of a GMP warehouse and inventory management system.

In this exciting new area of cancer immunotherapy, the Technician will assist in the maintenance of a GMP / Non-GMP warehouse and inventory management system. In this role, the Technician will perform activities to support manufacturing operations, product shipping, and component receiving to ensure inventory accuracy and timely supply of materials to manufacturing production suites to meet demands.

• Shift / Hours : Day Shift (Wed-Sat)

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The salary range for this position is : $45,050.00 - $58,300.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including experience, qualifications, and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus, discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role), paid time off, and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Kite Pharma is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment comprised of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences. Employment decisions regarding recruitment and selection will be made without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, genetic information or characteristic, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or other non-job related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state and local laws.

Our environment respects individual differences and recognizes each employee as an integral member of our company. Our workforce reflects these values and celebrates the individuals who make up our growing team. Kite Pharma provides a work environment free of harassment and prohibited conduct. We promote and support individual differences and diversity of thoughts and opinion.