Avantor
Job title:
Laboratory & Logistics Operative
Company
Avantor
Job description
The Opportunity:Avantor is looking for a Laboratory & Logistics Operative to join the team based in Slough, UK. In this position you’ll take ownership of laboratory operations by supporting areas and equipment on site which hold temperature-controlled samples and materials, such as Cold Rooms, Fridges, Freezers and IncubatorsPrevious experience in a scientific or laboratory environment, and/or a scientific degree is not a requirement for this role! We’ll consider applicants from other industries as full training is provided. Maybe you’re working in logistics, hospitality or retail but have an interest in science, this could be your opportunity to transition your career into the laboratory world!This role will be a full-time, permanent position based at our customer site in Slough (Bath Rd, SL1 3WE). Next to an attractive salary, we offer multiple benefits such as pension scheme, private medical and dental care, and additional day off for your birthday.Working hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 16:30The TeamYou’ll belong to our business department Lab and Product Services, which supports big pharmaceutical companies and laboratories all over the world, in Research and Development within the Life Sciences industry.What we’re looking for
- Education: GCSE or equivalent secondary school qualification
- Experience:
- Experience of working in warehousing or stores in desirable
- Experience of working in a laboratory environment and knowledge of SHE requirement is an advantage, but not essential
- Proven excellent customer service focus and ability to work collaboratively
- Proficient in various IT systems particularly Microsoft Excel and SAP or similar stock management system experience is desirable
How you’ll thrive and create an impact
- Carrying out routine inventory stock checks and management for samples and materials stored in temperature-controlled storage – such as Cold Rooms, Fridges, Freezers and Incubators
- Performing routine housekeeping of fridges, freezers and cold rooms – such as defrosts, function checks, temperature checks
- Preparations of media and standard reagents as required and maintain stocks of both sterile and non-sterile consumable items within the laboratories
- Provide regular glassware and plastics collection, washing and, sterilisation services (steam, dry or filtration) for the scientists to use within the laboratories
- Be a Single Point of Contact for Scientific teams supporting site Projects relating to temperature-controlled areas and equipment – such as improving efficiency of storage to achieve site sustainability goals
#LI-OnsiteDisclaimer: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. Apply today!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 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.Privacy Policy:We will use the personal information that you have submitted to us in order to consider your application for the relevant role.Your privacy is important to us. Please for our Privacy Policy which explains the purposes for which we will use your personal information and the ways in which we will handle and retain your information. It also explains the rights you have in relation to your information, and how to contact us with any queries or requests.3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.
Expected salary
Location
Slough, Berkshire
Job date
Wed, 15 May 2024 06:54:15 GMT
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