Materials and Samples Management Operator

MSD·Salamanca, Spain

What they offer

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    No sponsorship mentioned, and this kind of work is rarely sponsored in Spain.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work on-site in Salamanca

    No relocation package mentioned.

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About the role

Job Description

A great opportunity is offered to join as a MATERIAL AND SAMPLE MANAGEMENT OPERATOR in Laboratory Operations. This position will be responsible for managing materials and samples, as well as performing quality-related tasks associated with the traceability process and material order management for laboratories and General Services (GS).

The role will contribute to ensuring the proper management and supply of materials and samples required for release testing of raw materials, intermediate products, final products, and stability studies, as well as the correct storage of reference and retention samples, in accordance with quality, safety, and cost standards, and compliant with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

What you'll do

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation, and commitment to carry out the following functions:

  • Perform support activities for quality control laboratories in non-analytical tasks.
  • Manage materials, samples, and biomaterials in accordance with established procedures, specifications, and Good Manufacturing Practices.
  • Receive and track samples physically and electronically, acting as the key user for sample traceability transactions in the system.
  • Manage samples: reception, classification, delivery to laboratories, storage, request management, and disposal, both physically and electronically.
  • Record and document test results.
  • Place daily orders and ensure the supply of materials based on the needs of laboratories and the areas of Material and Sample Management and General Services.
  • Monitor stock levels and the supply of materials, reagents, and biomaterials.
  • Monitor the conditions of rooms and equipment under the area's responsibility.
  • Review incidents, record deviations, and conduct preliminary investigations.
  • Participate in continuous improvement projects for the area.

What we're looking for

To succeed in this role, you will likely need:

  • Vocational training in Laboratory, Clinical Analysis, or a related healthcare field.
  • Experience working in a laboratory within the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices).
  • Discipline and rigor in following procedures.
  • Dynamism and versatility in performing tasks.
  • Analytical skills and critical thinking.
  • Results orientation and ability to work in a team.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Basic proficiency in office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
  • Basic knowledge of English.

Nice to have

  • Experience with SAP.
  • Experience with Labware LIMS.

How you'll work

Regular

Not Applicable

About the company & team

We place the patient at the center of everything we do and work to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most complex health needs. We are proud to be a company that values diversity, talent, and commitment. Innovation accelerates when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

So, if you are ready to take the next step... apply today!

Required Skills

Chemicals Handling, Compound Management, Hemagglutination Assays, Inventory Management, Laboratory Instrumentation, Laboratory Operations, Laboratory Safety, Microbiology Lab Techniques, Pipetting, Production Quality Control, Quality Standards, Recordkeeping, Regulatory Compliance, Solution Preparations, Troubleshooting

Additional information

Current Employees apply HERE

Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

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09/15/2026

You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.This job was automatically translated to English, .

About the company

MSD

MSD

Pharma

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72000 employees