Material Handler at Avantor in Boston, MA

The Opportunity:

In this role, you will report to the Territory Area Manager and will work closely with the Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.

Location: Boston, MA

Shift: Monday - Friday

Hourly pay range: $25 - $30

Benefits:

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Wellness programs
• Eligible for medical coverage starting Day 1

Time Off

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid holidays
• Choice holidays

Financial Well-Being

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commuter benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan discount

What we’re looking for

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a warehouse, logistics, distribution, supply chain, manufacturing, GMP, or quality-regulated environment preferred.
• Experience following SOP-driven processes and documentation requirements.

Preferred Experience

• Biotechnology, pharmaceutical, life sciences, or cold-chain logistics experience.
• Experience supporting inventory management within a GMP-regulated facility.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of inventory control, warehousing, logistics, and supply chain operations.
• Understanding of GMP regulations and the impact of non-compliance.
• Experience using ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
• Experience with barcode scanners and inventory management systems.
• Strong understanding of Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and 5S methodologies.
• Experience supporting cold-chain storage and shipping operations.
• Ability to utilize inventory management tools for scanning, replenishment, and transaction processing.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work in temperature-controlled environments and wear required PPE.
• Ability to meet all site-specific training and certification requirements.

Required Competencies

Attention to Detail

• Accurately verify labels, quantities, product identity, temperatures, and inventory transactions.

Documentation Discipline

• Complete and maintain accurate records in real time according to GMP requirements.

Procedural Compliance & Judgment

• Follow written procedures consistently.
• Recognize discrepancies and escalate issues appropriately.

Digital Proficiency

• Effectively use Oracle ERP, barcode scanners, inventory management systems, and warehouse technology.

Communication & Reliability

• Provide clear shift handoffs and cross-functional communication.
• Demonstrate strong attendance, dependability, and accountability.

Physical Capability & Safety

• Ability to lift, move, and transport materials safely.
• Comfortable with prolonged standing, walking, gowning, and working in cold-room environments.
• Ability to safely operate material-handling equipment.

Training & Mentorship

• Demonstrate procedures effectively to new team members when needed.
• Identify opportunities where additional training and coaching may be required.

Training & Certification Compliance

• Maintain all required training records and certifications in accordance with company and Vertex SOP requirements.

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.

Inventory & Material Management

• Maintain vendor-managed inventory (VMI) in designated storage areas, including stock procurement, kanban management, and stock rotation.
• Support the receipt, labeling, storage, and issuance of raw materials and components in accordance with cGMP guidelines and established procedures.
• Perform cycle counts and assist with inventory reconciliation activities.
• Pick materials based on manual requests and ERP-generated move orders and stage kits for manufacturing operations.
• Ensure accurate inventory levels are maintained and promptly communicate inventory discrepancies.

GMP Warehouse Operations

• Handle raw materials, cleaning reagents, gowning supplies, and consumables.
• Sanitize materials and supplies before transferring them into cleanroom environments.
• Ensure all required materials and PPE are available for GMP cleaning teams before shift end.
• Maintain warehouse and cleanroom storage areas in an inspection-ready and audit-ready condition.
• Execute real-time inventory transactions within Oracle ERP and warehouse management systems.
• Follow all SOPs and GMP requirements related to warehouse operations and material handling.

Cold Chain & Specialized Material Handling

• Operate in refrigerated and frozen environments, including:
  • 2°C to 8°C cold rooms
  • -20°C freezer storage areas
• Support LN2 dewar transfers and operation of controlled-rate freezers (CRF) used for drug product storage.
• Prepare and execute cold-chain pack-outs for pharmaceutical product shipments.
• Ensure products are stored, handled, and shipped under appropriate temperature-controlled conditions.

Equipment & Safety

• Safely operate motorized warehouse equipment, including:
  • Forklift trucks
  • Electric pallet jacks
  • Material lifts
  • Company vehicles
• Maintain compliance with all DOT and Hazmat regulations.
• Adhere to site safety requirements, PPE standards, and warehouse best practices.

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!

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