Experience with inventory control, shipping/receiving, purchasing, or stockroom operations
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
High attention to detail and commitment to safety, quality, and compliance
Ability to communicate effectively with customers, scientists, and internal teams
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Flexibility to travel locally when required
How you will thrive and create an impact
Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support. In this role you will:
Inventory & Stockroom Operations
Open and manage daily stockroom operations.
Receive materials from the receiving dock and transport inventory to designated stockroom locations.
Process incoming inventory transactions within SAP and other inventory management systems.
Monitor inventory levels, perform cycle counts, and support annual physical inventories.
Scan inventory locations, replenish stock, and initiate reorders as needed.
Maintain organization and inventory accuracy for customer-owned, consigned, and non-consigned materials.
Prepare inventory reports and support customer metrics tracking.
Laboratory Materials Support
Stage and prepare scientific supply orders for laboratory personnel.
Organize materials on carts for scientist pickup and use.
Support laboratory operations by ensuring critical consumables are readily available.
Handle and distribute laboratory supplies such as pipettes, plasticware, reagents, and other research consumables.
Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant stockroom environment.
Shipping & Receiving
Coordinate inbound and outbound material shipments.
Prepare shipping documentation and process transactions through customer and Avantor systems.
Assist with hazardous material handling and transportation requirements when applicable.
Support package delivery and material movement between locations.
Backup Van Driver Responsibilities (As Needed)
Maintain a clean driving record.
Transport materials and supplies between customer sites and facilities.
Perform vehicle inspections.
Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
Additional Responsibilities
Meet established safety, quality, and performance goals.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational efficiencies.
Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Assist with desktop delivery of inbound packages.
Perform glassware washing, autoclaving, and related laboratory support functions when required.
Complete other duties and special projects as assigned.
This role is ideal for candidates with experience in inventory control, warehouse operations, laboratory support, materials management, logistics, or scientific supply distribution who enjoy working in a customer-focused environment that directly supports research and scientific advancement.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Why Avantor?
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!
Pay Transparency
- The expected pre-tax pay for this position is
- $45,000.00 - $72,450.00
- Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.
EEO Statement
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.
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