QC Inventory Technician - Site Services

The Opportunity:

In this role, you will report to the Site Services Supervisor and will work closely with the Avantor’s Lab and Production Services team of over 1,500 on- and off-site expert personnel – and our customers – to perform customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science. 

Location: Rensselaer, NY 
Schedule: Mon – Fri, 7 am – 3:30 pm (subject to change due to site needs)

Pay Range: $20.00/hr. - $22.00/hr.
 
What we’re looking for :

Education: A high school diploma or GED is required  
Experience: 1+ year of inventory replenishment or material handling experience is preferred.
Collaboration Tool: Microsoft Office suite   

Qualifications:  

• Able to lift 50 lbs. required

• Ability to stand/sit for various lengths of time

• Some work areas require donning of extreme cold temperature protective clothing (jackets, gloves, etc.).

• Wearing of safety-toe footwear, safety glasses, and other customer-defined protective garments will be required in specific work areas

• Computer literacy, including intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, is required

• Conform to all company and customer requirements for background checks, health and safety issues, and security clearances required

• Strong communication required

• Excellent Customer Service Skills; display a professional can-do demeanor required

• Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality required

• Must be flexible, forward- thinking, motivated, and have the ability to act independently required

• Problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are required.

• Spill containment training, IATA, DOT, IMDG, and OSHA Right to Know experience is desired

• Cross-referencing and inside sales experience desired 

• Previous experience working in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired

• A strong work ethic and (initiative)  

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team  

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment  

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:

• Facilitate orders for consumable lab inventory replenishment

• Manage customers’ point of use or stockroom inventory

• Responsible for logistical activities such as shipping and receiving of materials through coordination with 3rd party couriers.

• May handle and manage chemicals, including hazardous materials.

• Training on forklift operations/safety may be required.

• Basic order entry and follow-up on existing backorders.

• Maintain and check safety stations.

• Update and maintain Standard Operating Procedures

• Cleanroom garment management.

• Other duties as assigned.

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!