Onsite Lab & Inventory Technician

vwr; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO & holidays

401(k) plan

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Commuter benefits

Wellness programs

Insurance package

Rewards program

Job summary

Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services team in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Lab/Inventory Technician to manage laboratory and warehouse inventory, perform cycle counts, and support shipping and receiving to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires a high school diploma (science-related degree preferred) and experience with inventory systems, barcode scanning, and handling hazardous materials. Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; science-related degree preferred.
• Experience in inventory management, stock control and warehouse operations.
• Laboratory support experience with knowledge of inventory systems, barcode scanning, and handheld devices.
• Ability to perform cycle counts, audits, inventory reconciliations and POU inventory management.
• Experience handling chemicals, reagents, hazardous materials, and biohazard waste in a regulated environment.
• Familiarity with laboratory equipment including autoclaves; proficiency with inventory software and Microsoft Office.
• Understanding of SOPs, safety protocols and regulatory compliance; strong record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory and warehouse inventory through barcode scanning, replenishment, cycle counts and inventory tracking systems.
• Monitor and maintain Point-of-Use locations, resolve stock shortages and distribute supplies across labs.
• Collect, process, sterilize, and redistribute glassware and supplies using autoclaves and washers.
• Support daily operations by managing lab coats, scrubs, reagents, and other materials.
• Safely handle hazardous materials and waste in compliance with safety regulations and SOPs.
• Maintain accurate records and run inventory reports using inventory management systems.
• Cross-train and provide backup across multiple lab and warehouse functions.

Skills

Inventory management

Stock control

Warehouse operations

Material handling

Laboratory support

Barcode scanning

POU inventory management

Hazardous materials handling

SOPs compliance

Regulatory compliance

Microsoft Office

Inventory software

Education

High school diploma; science-related degree preferred

Tools

Autoclaves

Inventory management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services team in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Lab/Inventory Technician to manage laboratory and warehouse inventory, perform cycle counts, and support shipping and receiving to keep operations running smoothly.

The role requires a high school diploma (science-related degree preferred) and experience with inventory systems, barcode scanning, and handling hazardous materials. Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently are essential.