Material Handler

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $37,500.00 - $62,400.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
Equal employment opportunity
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

Avantor is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences industry. With a commitment to accelerating scientific discovery and healthcare breakthroughs, Avantor supports customers across various sectors including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and advanced technologies. The company is renowned for its dedication to quality, safety, and customer service, fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace culture that encourages growth and innovation. Avantor employs over 14,000 associates worldwide who share a passion for science and an unwavering determination to overcome challenges in pursuit of better health outcomes.

The Warehouse Material Handler role at Avantor is... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school education or GED preferred
  • Entry-level 1-2 years of experience or eagerness to start a warehouse career
  • Ability to safely lift up to 75 pounds
  • Ability to perform repetitive hand and foot movements
  • Willingness to follow safety directions meticulously
  • Ability to work in an industrial warehouse environment
  • Flexibility to handle varied warehouse duties
  • Legal right to work in the country

Job Qualifications

  • High school education or GED preferred
  • 1-2 years of warehouse or distribution experience preferred
  • OSHA forklift and HAZMAT certification is a plus
  • Ability to use proper lifting techniques for up to 75 pounds
  • Capable of using hands and feet simultaneously for repetitive motions
  • Familiarity with material handling equipment such as reach trucks and order pickers is a plus
  • Strong attention to safety and following directions

Job Duties

  • Unload trucks, trailers, and freight containers, count products, and compare to manifests
  • Report shortages, damages, and mis-shipments accurately
  • Store inbound shipments safely and efficiently
  • Pick orders ensuring correct product number, quantity, and type
  • Transport orders using material handling equipment
  • Label, band, bundle, wrap, and palletize orders
  • Verify outbound shipments for accuracy and completeness
  • Operate and maintain equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks safely
  • Assist in inventory control including records, cycle counts, and stock rotation
  • Repack or re-box cases as needed
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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