Lab Support Technician

The Opportunity:

In this role, you will report to the Onsite Supervisor and will work closely with the 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.

Location: Ipswich, MA

Shift: 730am - 4pm (Monday - Friday)

Hourly Rate: $22.00

Benefits:

• Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision and Wellness programs

• Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), Company paid holidays, Choice holidays etc.

• Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount

• Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto and home insurance

• Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem on gifts and products

What we’re looking for 

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent; associate degree in a scientific or technical field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of laboratory experience required.

• Basic media preparation experience required.

• Previous experience working in a GMP facility a plus

• Knowledge of scientific products and services a plus

• Familiarity with SAP and laboratory equipment is a plus.

• Valid Drivers Licencse required. (Will travel to Beverly, MA weekly)

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs and safety protocols.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.

• Ability to lift and move packages and lab materials as needed (up to 50 lbs).

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• Must exhibit core values and behaviors (Integrity, respect, collaboration, accountability, etc)

• Proficiency in basic computer applications (e.g., Microsoft Office, data entry systems).

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:

Glassware Washing & Drying

• Collect, inspect, and wash laboratory glassware following protocols.

• Operate glass wash and drying equipment, ensuring cleanliness and integrity of items.

• Restock cleaned glassware and track daily washing activities.

• Monitor and replenish consumables

• Perform data collection, order entry, and confirmation to maintain inventory levels.

• Receive inbound shipments from vendors and off-site warehouses at the main loading dock.

Autoclaving

• Collect, prepare, and autoclave materials using proper wrapping and tagging procedures.

• Track autoclaving activities and manage consumable inventory.

• Return sterilized items to designated locations and support additional lab functions as needed.

Media Services

• Maintain and restock media inventory across designated lab areas.

• Prepare and aliquot media using sterile techniques and document batch details.

• Ensure timely replenishment using FIFO practices and maintain clean bottle stock.

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?

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