R&D Lab & Sample Coordinator — Onsite (Winchester)

Catalent Pharma Solutions; Winchester (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

8 paid holidays

Benefits from day one

Tuition reimbursement

Site-based engagement activities

Job summary

Catalent’s Winchester, KY site is a flagship U.S. manufacturing location for large‑scale oral solid dose forms. The AR&D Lab & Sample Coordinator ensures the Analytical Laboratory is stocked and prepared, handling clerical and some hands‑on tasks to support schedules, with emphasis on organization, vendor coordination, and safety.

The role requires strong communication, computer skills, and the ability to troubleshoot vendor issues. 100% onsite, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to multitask with high efficiency.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain efficiency.
• Knowledge and demonstrated performance regarding all lab safety processes and procedures, and ability to work safely with chemicals of varying potency.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• General computer literacy, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Basic knowledge of laboratory safety.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Individual may be required to sit, stand, or walk for an extended period of time.
• Specific vision requirements include reading written documents and frequent use of a computer monitor.
• 1+ years of work experience with ordering.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely ordering, receiving, and stocking of all supplies.
• Work with vendors to obtain best pricing and manage weekly vendor‑managed inventory.
• Request purchase orders through JD Edwards System and track approval and conversion process.
• Expedite urgent orders and monitor backorders.
• Inspect and verify supplies upon arrival and deliver to the Analytical Laboratory.
• Resolve issues on accounting backorder log and obtain past‑due vendor invoices.
• Investigate and resolve invoicing discrepancies.
• Maintain Safety Data Sheet documentation for all chemicals and provide to the EHS Department.
• Maintain sample room and controlled substance storage organization.
• Coordinate samples within the lab and with outside testing facilities.
• Assist with daily 5S activities and continuous improvement projects.
• Correspond with suppliers and co‑workers for required documents and maintain ordering files.
• Take personal ownership of work and ensure a clean and safe working environment.
• Work with the supervisor to maintain and organize lab space as needed.
• Collaborate with project management and accounts team to communicate and send details of eligible rebilling items.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Multitasking

Under pressure

Lab safety knowledge

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

General computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

JD Edwards System

Job description

Catalent’s Winchester, KY site is a flagship U.S. manufacturing location for large‑scale oral solid dose forms. The AR&D Lab & Sample Coordinator ensures the Analytical Laboratory is stocked and prepared, handling clerical and some hands‑on tasks to support schedules, with emphasis on organization, vendor coordination, and safety.

The role requires strong communication, computer skills, and the ability to troubleshoot vendor issues. 100% onsite, Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM.