Inventory Technician
Avantor
Summary
In this role, you will report to the site services supervisor and will work closely with Avantor's Lab and Production Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.
Job description
How you will thrive and create an impact
Avantor's Lab and Production 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:
- Receiving of products at customer dock or other shipping/receiving point, including unpacking and de-trashing of materials if necessary.
- Recording receipts of inventory against packing slips, including following up on any noted discrepancies.
- Maintaining accurate inventory levels both within Avantor storerooms and also at customer areas where back-stock of consumables is stored.
- Transportation of consumables throughout the customer facility on wheeled carts, and stocking of POU locations based on required inventory.
- Accurate transacting of stocking quantities by item and location utilizing a scanner and proprietary software, and downloading of transactions into our system as required to verify records capture and order generation.
- Monitor and engage in regular POU audits for proper signage, including items, min/max levels, contact information, and maintain a record of changes to items and quantities as needed.
- Serve as the point person for customer communications of any inventory availability issues and/or concerns, as well as a defined escalation path.
- Support Special Projects such as tours and other non-standard activities onsite.
- Meet all scheduling requirements of the role, including performing any other duties/tasks assigned.
What we're looking for
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- 1+ years of prior work experience required; experience in material handling and/or working in a clean-room environment is a plus.
- Microsoft Teams experience preferred.
- Previous experience working in a GMP facility is desired.
- Able to lift 50lbs required.
- Spend a majority of the day standing and walking; role requirements are to be able to bend/stoop, squat, reach above shoulder height, crouch, kneel, balance, and push/pull.
- Maintain a professional, safe, and clean work environment.
- Communicate effectively with both internal and external teams.
- Pushing of wheeled carts stocked with items throughout the facility over long distances as well as in difficult-to-navigate spaces.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- 1+ years of prior work experience required
- Experience in material handling and/or clean-room environment is a plus
- Microsoft Teams experience preferred
- Previous experience working in a GMP facility is desired
- Able to lift 50lbs required
- Ability to bend/stoop, squat, reach above shoulder height, crouch, kneel, balance, and push/pull
- Maintain a professional, safe, and clean work environment
- Communicate effectively with internal and external teams
- Pushing wheeled carts over long distances and in difficult-to-navigate spaces
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Wellness Programs
- Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Commuter Benefits
- 401(k)
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Legal Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Auto Insurance
- Home Insurance
Company overview
Avantor is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences and advanced technology industries. Founded in 1904 as J.T. Baker Chemical Company, the company has evolved into a Fortune 500 organization with operations in over 30 countries and serving more than 300,000 customer locations worldwide. Avantor's comprehensive portfolio supports virtually every stage of research, development, and production activities across biopharma, healthcare, education, government, and advanced technology sectors. The company specializes in providing high-purity chemicals, laboratory equipment, single-use bioprocessing systems, and specialized services that enable breakthroughs in medicine, healthcare, and technology. With approximately 14,500 employees globally, Avantor plays a crucial role in supporting scientific innovation, including significant contributions to COVID-19 vaccine manufacturing through its synthetic lipid production capabilities. The company went public in 2019 and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AVTR.