Lab Support Technician

Avantor; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services team seeks an Inventory Specialist to manage lab inventory, perform cycle counts, and ensure the availability of chemicals, reagents, and supplies across our Waltham and Lexington sites.

You will handle hazardous materials with SOP-driven processes, participate in audits, and support cross-functional lab operations to keep science moving smoothly.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in inventory management, material handling, warehouse operations, supply chain, or lab support.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech, manufacturing, or other regulated environments preferred.
• Experience with cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, stock control, and POU inventory management.
• Familiarity with handling chemicals, reagents, hazardous materials, and biohazard waste.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory inventory through replenishment, cycle counts, barcode scanning, audits, and Point of Use (POU) inventory management.
• Prepare, label, and distribute buffers, media, reagents, and laboratory materials in accordance with SOPs and quality standards.
• Collect, wash, sterilize, inspect, and redistribute laboratory glassware using glassware washers, autoclaves, and other laboratory equipment.
• Support daily laboratory operations by maintaining the availability of chemicals, reagents, consumables, and critical supplies.
• Safely handle hazardous materials and biohazard waste while maintaining compliance with GMP, GLP, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory, batch, and operational records using inventory and laboratory management systems.
• Support laboratory readiness through equipment checks, cleanliness, organization, audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with laboratory staff to provide exceptional service and cross-functional support while assisting with other laboratory operations as needed.

Skills

Inventory management

Cycle counts

POU inventory

Regulated environments

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Barcode scanning

Handheld devices

Job description

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: Waltham, MA and Lexington, MA

Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM - Monday - Friday

Hourly pay range: $22.00 - $24.03

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

Education

• High school diploma or GED required

Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in inventory management, material handling, warehouse operations, supply chain, or laboratory support
• Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, manufacturing, or other regulated environments preferred
• Experience with cycle counts, inventory reconciliation, stock control, and Point of Use (POU) inventory management
• Familiarity with handling chemicals, reagents, hazardous materials, and biohazard waste.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Outlook
• Experience using inventory management systems such as SAP, Oracle, or other ERP platforms
• Experience with barcode scanning systems and handheld devices
• Familiarity with inventory tracking software and computerized recordkeeping systems

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Effective communication and customer service skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of SOPs, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements
• Experience working in GMP, GLP, ISO, or other regulated environments strongly preferred
• Flexibility to support multiple laboratory and operational functions

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. In this role you will:

• Manage laboratory inventory through replenishment, cycle counts, barcode scanning, audits, and Point of Use (POU) inventory management.
• Prepare, label, and distribute buffers, media, reagents, and laboratory materials in accordance with SOPs and quality standards.
• Collect, wash, sterilize, inspect, and redistribute laboratory glassware using glassware washers, autoclaves, and other laboratory equipment.
• Support daily laboratory operations by maintaining the availability of chemicals, reagents, consumables, and critical supplies.
• Safely handle hazardous materials and biohazard waste while maintaining compliance with GMP, GLP, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate inventory, batch, and operational records using inventory and laboratory management systems.
• Support laboratory readiness through equipment checks, cleanliness, organization, audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Partner with laboratory staff to provide exceptional service and cross-functional support while assisting with other laboratory operations as needed.

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.

Pay Transparency

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

$39,000.00 - $62,675.00

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

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