Materials Management and Logistics Specialist II

Join Immatics and Shape the Future of Cancer Immunotherapy

Immatics is at the forefront of immunotherapy innovation, working to harness the power of T cells to transform cancer treatment.

Immatics is an exceptional clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company active in the discovery and development of T cells redirecting cancer immunotherapies. We use these powerful T cells to develop groundbreaking immunotherapies that target cancer cells. We are dedicated to transforming cancer treatment and improving patient outcomes through cutting-edge research and advanced TCR technology.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Environment : Help to pioneer advancements in cancer immunotherapy.

Collaborative Culture : Be part of a diverse team dedicated to your professional growth.

Global Impact : Contribute to therapies that make a lasting impact on patients globally.

We are seeking a Materials Management and Logistics Specialist II to support our US Facilities and Operations team. This position is intended to provide on-the-floor daily support for GMP and non-GMP warehouse. This role will be responsible for maintaining daily operations in the GMP warehouse, providing support for materials inside classified cleanroom spaces and to internal customers.

FLSA Classification : Hourly, Non-Exempt Schedule : 2 : 00 PM 10 : 30 PM; Monday to Friday; On-site Reports to : Senior Manager, Materials Management and Logistics Location : 13203 Murphy Road Suite 100 Stafford, TX 77477

What You'll Do :

Support day to day operations of the GMP and non-GMP warehouses including :

Support the GMP Manufacturing team by preparing necessary materials for manufacturing use.

Receive, evaluate and disposition GMP and non-GMP materials.

Timely receipt of biologic materials, i.e. patient starting material (fresh or cryopreserved leukapheresis).

Maintain GMP / non-GMP inventory via cycle counts and electronic inventory controls.

Maintain receiving log by adhering to established Work Instructions / SOPs.

Accurately and aseptically perform material kitting per established pick lists according to the manufacturing calendar.

Successfully complete aseptic gowning qualification and maintain qualified status.

Transfer kitted materials into appropriate manufacturing locations.

Ensure materials are appropriately disinfected and ready for aseptic use.

Adhere to manufacturing production schedule to maintain material readiness.

Identify and resolve any discrepancies between picked materials and actual materials used.

Timely transfer of cryogenic products, i.e. Final Drug Products, to liquid nitrogen storage.

Packout of final drug product for delivery to global clinical sites.

Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with FDA's Good Laboratory Practices, Good Documentation Practices, Good Manufacturing Practices, Good Tissue Practices, as well as standards set by other accreditation agencies including but not limited to FACT, CAP, and CLIA.

Adhere to ALCOA++ and cGDocP requirements while accurately performing procedures and maintaining documentation in compliance with SOPs.

Notify supervisor and quality management of any deviations and events. Assist in investigation of root cause and any required corrective action.

Utilization of warehouse equipment (blades, pallet jack, etc.)

Maintain established safety protocols.

Safely manage and store chemicals and biologics.

Secondary Functions :

Collaborate with cross functional departments to coordinate material movement and support manufacturing production schedules.

Follow safety SOPs for handling hazardous materials, ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.

Collect and aggregate KPI information for Supply Chain operations.

Support with deviations, CAPAs

Provides real-time feedback and ideas regarding the efficiency of the workflow.

Enter relevant data into appropriate systems.

Reports details relevant to deviations, OOS / OOE, or CAPAs.

Independently perform routine equipment cleaning.

Required Experience and Education :

High School Diploma

1-2 years experience in cGMP warehouse setting.

General understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices in an FDA regulated industry.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail handling GMP materials.

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Experience using warehouse equipment (blades, pallets jacks, etc)

Preferred Experience and Education :

2 years working in a cGMP warehouse setting with Kitting experience.

Customer service experience

ERP systems experience (SAP, Peoplesoft, Oracle, JD Edwards)

Working knowledge and understanding of GMP, GCP, GDP, and relevant ICH and FDA guidelines.

Competencies :

Independent Working-Routine Tasks : Limited supervision

Non-standard tasks : Close supervision

Communication-clear and efficient verbal and written communication; common courtesy; interaction mainly limited to own team (peers and supervisor).

Problem Solving-ability to identify, deeply analyze and communicate problems. Basic ability to develop suitable solutions.

Critical Thinking-basic reflection on standard processes; identification of basic need and room for improvement within own or narrow scope.

Initiative-high degree of initiative and intrinsic motivation to exceed basic expectations of own tasks and responsibilities.

Organizational & Prioritization Skills-basic organization skills required to structure own daily tasks according to predefined work packages, schedule and standard lab processes; prioritization in close interaction with supervisor.

Coachability-receive pre-defined on-the-job trainings essential for area of responsibility; high responsiveness to constructive criticism, basic ability to autonomously reflect on required improvements, Timely implementation of suggested improvements

Leadership Skills, Training & Supervision-Basic leadership skills required for on-the-job training & guidance / support of (new) team members (e.g. providing & receiving feedback, empathy, honesty, reliability). Train, instruct & coordinate E Level. Train D & C level during onboarding.

Work Environment :

Typical office environment with moderate noise levels.

Uses phone, computer, office equipment and supplies on a regular basis.

cGMP clean room spaces and facilities

Grade C / D GMP environment with associated facility noise levels.

Uses cleanroom phone, computer, variety of equipment and reagent / supplies.

General unclassified laboratory spaces, as needed.

Common laboratory equipment and noise levels.

Warehouse environment with extreme temperatures and cold rooms.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may handle blood components and is occasionally exposed to temperatures between -196C and 40C, liquid nitrogen, liquid nitrogen vapor, dry ice, and carbon dioxide.

Travel required