Job Title: Production & Logistics Planner

Department: EDI/Logistic Dept

Role Reports To: Director – EDI/Logistics

Job Summary:

Coordinates with the Global Routing Team regarding the scheduling of work, distribution controls, and the direction of manufacturing capacity utilization to ensure optimal levels of customer service. Supports the technical aspects of the available workload distribution tools via collaboration and analysis with Operations.

Confirms the accuracy of the electronic data interchange relationship between customers (publisher, wholesaler, and retailers) and ICG for drop ship, offset printing, global connect partners, and distribution for ICG’s AU Operations. Performs critical functions relative to the proper assignment of carriers for outbound, inbound, and international transportation based on customer, publisher, and/or ICG routing guides. Works directly with Operations to provide support and enhancement of existing workflows/ SOPs.

Essential Duties:

• Creates, manages, and maintains site specific configuration(s), through systems analysis and programming, in coordination with the Production and Logistics Planning team.
• Provides secondary support for non-AU sites, Global Connect Partners, Offset Printers, etc. regarding creation and /or configuration/programming of jobs with a specified rules base on site’s needs.
• Provides daily oversight of scheduled jobs in the AU site to ensure consistent and accurate workflow while balancing TAT regarding customer’s expectations.
• Performs a variety of analytical logistics support tasks across sub-systems and equipment specific to the Manufacturing and Distribution areas.
• Supports and coordinates new product releases for book types, trim sizes, product launches, new carrier’s etc. which may directly impact the router, downstream systems, and/or available equipment.
• Communicates customer orders and statuses to the Production Management Team to provide accurate information to ensure daily and weekly goals are achieved.
• Reviews volume and labor goals weekly with the Production Management Team and the Production Planning Team to execute and exceed established goals.
• Reports interface errors and mapping errors for all EDI format-based ordering tools and EDIFACT profiles including purchase orders, functional acknowledgments, purchase order acknowledgments, advanced shipping notices, and invoices.
• Analyzes carriers’ invoices to maintain LSI freight cost including working with the Customer, CSR, Vendors, or Carriers on billing errors, discounts, and freight terms.
• Generates and maintains all routing instructions, carrier information, and tracing data upon review of transportation analyses of carrier costs for truckload carrier, less than truckload carrier, and small parcel carriers.
• Manages carrier performance daily to ensure pick up, delivery, claims and tracing are completed as scheduled and current for the benefit of customer, Operations, and carrier compliance.
• Serves as point of contact with both internal and external clients.

Other Duties

• All other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of Advanced Production Scheduling systems.
• Knowledge of Oracle Ordering, Inventory, and Distribution applications.
• Knowledge of Manufacturing and Production systems, preferably relating to Digital Printing/Publishing.
• Knowledge of relational database structures.
• Knowledge of SQL query writing.
• Strong skills related to working with a Global Team: Organization, Analytics, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, and strong technical comprehension and communication.
• Strong mathematical skills.
• Ability to follow a data map and technical process to analyze and/or specify an integrated solution between systems.
• Ability to maintain a professional composure in difficult situations.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as workflow necessitates.
• Basic computing skills to include proficiency working with MS Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
• Ability to maintain consistent, punctual, and regular attendance.
• Ability to communicate in a courteous and respectful manner via all platforms.
• Ability to meet and maintain performance objectives (standards).
• Ability to maintain full time work schedule during normal company operating hours.

Basic/Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• College Level Education or equivalent year for year experience in Business Administration, Production Management, or related field.
• 5 years’ experience in Manufacturing Planning/Scheduling.
• 5 years’ experience in a Logistical Management /Distribution environment.
• 3-5 years of SQL experience required.
• 3-5 years Project Management experience.
• 3 years of Technical Writing.

Essential Physical Demands

• Ability to read, write, speak, hear, see, think, communicate, concentrate, learn, and work.
• Ability to remain focused for extended periods of time.
• Ability to operate computer equipment, including keyboard and monitor, phone equipment and any other necessary office equipment.
• Ability to travel as required.

About Aegros

Aegros is Latin for ‘Patient’. We chose this name because it speaks to our focus on the patient. Every day we strive to place the patient first by providing therapeutic plasma products they would not otherwise be able to access.

At Aegros we believe access to life saving therapeutic plasma drugs is a human right and not a privilege. In a nutshell our mission is to put the patients first through innovation.

Over 30 years we have developed our HaemaFrac™ process which enables countries to turn human plasma they collected into life saving hyperimmune products.

It's no secret that Aegros is expanding rapidly! An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent full time Manufacturing Science & Technology Engineer responsible for process development, technology transfer, process optimization, and process validation.

Located at Macquarie Park, Sydney and Reporting to the MS&T Leader, you will drive the development and optimisation of manufacturing processes for new and existing processes and products, ensuring robustness, scalability, and efficiency.

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Research and Development, Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs, to support process improvements and technology advancements
• Utilise statistical tools and methodologies to analyse process data, identify areas for improvement, and implement appropriate solutions
• Lead the successful transfer of manufacturing processes from Engineering to commercial operations, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to regulatory requirements
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and technology partners, to facilitate smooth technology transfer and knowledge exchange
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, identifying opportunities for operational excellence, cost optimisation, and quality enhancement within manufacturing processes
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry developments, and scientific advancements relevant to bio pharmaceutical manufacturing, and assess their potential applications for process improvement and innovation
• Champion the implementation of new technologies, process analytical tools, and digital solutions to enhance manufacturing capabilities and efficiency.

You will bring...

• Tertiary qualification in scientific discipline, such as pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, biotechnology, or related fields
• Knowledge of cGMP regulations, FDA guidelines, and other relevant regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated expertise in process development, process validation, and manufacturing sciences
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Here’s what we can offer you…

• An environment which allows the individual to grow alongside the company
• A role that provides the bandwidth to explore innovative solutions while keeping patients at the centre of everything we do
• The chance to work with global industry experts in an organisation where success will be defined not just on successful delivery of goals but on how they were achieved
• A multicultural environment where every voice is heard
• Competitive remuneration package ($110,000 -120,000 base salary) which includes an annual Bonus + the opportunity to join our Employee Share Option plan
• Close to public transport

Interested? Apply today...!!!!

Aegros is Latin for ‘Patient’. We chose this name because it speaks to our focus on the patient. Every day we strive to place the patient first by providing therapeutic plasma products they would not otherwise be able to access.

At Aegros we believe access to life saving therapeutic plasma drugs is a human right and not a privilege. In a nutshell our mission is to put the patients first through innovation.

Over 30 years we have developed our HaemaFrac™ process which enables countries to turn human plasma they collected into life saving hyperimmune products.

It's no secret that Aegros is expanding rapidly! An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manufacturing QA Associate to join our Quality Assurance team. Reporting to Quality Assurance Manager, you will provide support in developing the company’s quality management system and assist peers with the daily running of the Quality Assurance Department.

What you will be involved in………

• Audit of production and QC documentation.

• Perform line clearance, pre and post production run.

• Support the QA Manager in the set-up and maintenance of QMS.

• Ensure QMS and operational compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Support for key QMS systems such as audits, CAPA, SOP review, etc.

• Support RA activities.

• Support in developing and implementing quality strategies.

• Deviation, NCR and complaint management, Products and Materials Release, Validation and Change Control Support, New production introduction and Documentation Controls to ensure an efficient operational Quality System that assures full compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements and cGMP.

• Responsible for ensuring that material supplied is fit for purpose for customer.

• Responsible for providing quality oversight for Operations activities.

• Support the QA Manager in continuous improvement projects and quality related improvement initiatives.

• Assist in internal audits and the review of validation reports.

• Issue and review batch documentation and release of batches of Intermediate, Bulk and Finished products.

What we would expect from you:

• Life Sciences (Chemistry, Microbiology, etc.) academic degree with experience in Pharmaceutical / Biopharmaceutical industry within Australia and Internationally.

• Experience in research and large-scale bioprocessing techniques.

• An understanding and experience of quality systems and the need to develop and follow SOPs, particularly in a cGMP environment.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and to assimilate data from a range of scientific ideas.

• Ability to work under pressure and to strict guidelines.

• Ability to manage time and to delegate as appropriate.

Here’s what we can offer you…

• An environment which allows the individual to grow alongside the company

• A role that provides the bandwidth to explore innovative solutions while keeping patients at the centre of everything we do

• The chance to work with global industry experts in an organisation where success will be defined not just on successful delivery of goals but on how they were achieved

• A multicultural environment where every voice is heard

• Competitive remuneration package which includes an annual Bonus + Employee Share Options

• Close to public transport.

Interested? Apply today...!!!!