What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lab Support Technician position at Avantor?
At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That's why our Avantor Lab and Production Services team is a trusted partner in supporting the innovation and growth objectives of labs across the globe.
In this role, you will report to Supervisor, GMP Services 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: Raritan, NJ
Schedule: 1st Shift 7:30 to 4
What we're looking for
* Education: High School Diploma or GED required
* Experience: 1-2 years experience in a laboratory setting and understanding of laboratory equipment, previous experience working in a GMP facility a plus
Collaboration Tool: Knowledge of Information intermediate computer skills including Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word and Excel.
* Preferred Qualifications:
Strong communication skills
Excellent customer service skills; display a professional can-do attitude
Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality
Must be flexible, motivated, and have the ability to act independently
Will need to be able to safely lift up to 50lbs
Must exhibit core values and behaviors (Integrity, respect, collaboration, accountability, etc)
Will need to be able to work independently
Must have the ability to understand, read, and write technical information.
Who you are
A creative, agile, and highly motivated professional seeking to enhance your experience and gain some meaningful professional growth within Lab and Production services. Apply today if you want to go further in your career and have the following:
* 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:
Inventory management including warehouse counts, laboratory expiry checks, sorting of materials and delivering to designated areas.
Maintain expired and non-expired chemicals/buffers/reagents/samples by discarding in the proper manner.
Completing room cleans via sweep and wet mop operations.
May include collection, inspection, distribution, data collection of various types of items/equipment.
Accurately record and communicate information to internal and external teams.
Understand and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Perform kitting duties on a "by order" basis with multiple groups
Operate efficiently within a group environment.
Opportunity to work cross functionally within the department.
Ensure all laboratory equipment and work areas are clean, sterile, and in proper working order - this includes daily checks, calibrations, and cleaning of scales and pH meters.
Check waste and empty or arrange for removal when containers are full.
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!
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.
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