Warehouse Shipping & Receiving Technician

Avantor; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a detail-oriented Warehouse Associate at our San Diego site to support Lab and Production Services. You will handle GMP-compliant receiving, inventory replenishment, and order fulfillment while coordinating with multiple systems and customer contacts.

We value strong communication, safety, and the ability to manage priorities independently in a fast-paced environment, with training and career growth opportunities within Avantor's global life sciences platforms.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate/undergraduate degree preferred.
• 2+ years in material handling, inventory replenishment, or customer service.
• Strong MS Word and Excel skills; attention to detail and safety.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate GMP and non-GMP receiving activities.
• Utilize SAP, Citrix, Avantor Inventory Management Systems, ChemSW, and customer-specific platforms to fulfill duties.
• Handle temperature-controlled, inventoried and non-inventoried materials across multiple warehouse locations.
• Serve as customer’s Authorized Agent providing transfer of ownership with 3rd party delivery services and freight carriers.
• Operate warehouse equipment and perform inspections as required.
• Assist in GMP packaging activities to maintain production schedule and outbound shipment prep.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and Key Performance Indices.
• Safely manage hazardous materials and ensure compliance with storage regulations.
• Serve as liaison with customer contacts including purchasing directors and facility managers.
• Follow Warehouse Management lead to prioritize tasks based on schedule and business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Material handling

Inventory replenishment

Customer service

GMP knowledge

MS Word

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Time management

Safety compliance

ERP systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or undergraduate preferred

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Opportunity:

In this role, you will report to the manager of site services and will work closely with the Avantor’s Lab and Production Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science.

Location: San Diego, CA Shift: Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 3 pm

What we’re looking for

Education:

High school diploma or GED required; Associate degree or undergraduate degree in a business or science-related field is preferred

Experience:

2+ years of experience in material handling, inventory replenishment, or customer service Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) is a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel Strong attention to detail and accuracy Excellent verbal and written communication skills Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management abilities Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and work independently Professional demeanor with a strong commitment to customer service High regard for safety, quality, and strict adherence to protocols, policies, and procedures Conform to all customer requirements for background checks, health and safety, security clearances, and medical checkups. Knowledge of Information Access and ERP Systems Basic warehouse operations and managed inventory knowledge Ability to make sound business decisions with limited consultation with manager

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:

• Coordinate GMP and non-GMP receiving activities including scheduled route deliveries, deskside deliveries, mail deliveries, and Point of Use (POU) management.
• Utilize multiple systems (e.g., SAP, Citrix, Avantor Inventory Management Systems, ChemSW, and customer-specific platforms) to fulfill job duties.
• Handle temperature-controlled, inventoried and non-inventoried materials, from multiple warehouse locations.
• Serve as customer’s Authorized Agent providing transfer of ownership activities between 3rd party delivery services and freight carriers.
• Operate manual and motorized warehouse equipment and perform equipment inspections as required.
• Assist in GMP packaging activities to maintain production schedule to include cleaning of transport containers, tray folding, and outbound shipment preparation.
• Performs material and/or equipment transfers between warehouse locations, as required.
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures and Key Performance Indices.
• Safely manage hazardous materials and ensure compliance with storage regulations.
• Serve as a liaison with customer contacts, including purchasing directors, facility managers, and plant leadership.
• Maintain training requirements and adhere to corporate policies and operating procedures.
• Follow’s Warehouse Management lead to prioritize tasks based on changes in the schedule and business needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

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Avantor®, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries. Our portfolio is used in virtually every stage of the most important research, development and production activities in the industries we serve. One of our greatest strengths comes from having a global infrastructure that is strategically located to support the needs of our customers. Our global footprint enables us to serve more than 225,000 customer locations and gives us extensive access to research laboratories and scientists in more than 180 countries. We set science in motion to create a better world.