The Opportunity:

Avantor is looking for a Sr. Warehouse Technician to perform warehouse operations such as loading/unloading trucks, stacking bags, handling product, palletizing, etc. They will also document all completed work and recording inventory data; utilizing scanners/computers as necessary.

This role will be a full-time position based out of our Suwanee, GA office. You will have the opportunity to interact regularly with peers and management to pursue continuous improvement of warehouse operations and promote teamwork.

What we’re looking for: 

Education: High School diploma or equivalent degree preferred.Experience: 3+ years of related experienceAdditional Qualifications: Requires good supervisory and communication skills.Familiarity with personal computers and material handling equipment is essential.Strong decision making and coaching skills and an ability to drive results.

How you will thrive and create an impact: 

Help establish work schedules. Ensure that the schedules are correctly implemented and that jobs are completed properly.Operate forklifts and hand carts. Understand and adhere to all safety policies and procedures.Apply sound communication and motivational techniques in leading, supervising, coaching and disciplining associates.Provide input into performance evaluation for recommending promotions, wage increases, associate development and terminations.Supervise checking and unloading of inbound shipments, orderly stacking of product and picking and staging of outbound shipments in accordance with high level of productivity.Verify required inbound/outbound paperwork with drivers, ensuring that all products are properly counted.Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are complete and free of damage.Complete all necessary records and reports in a timely and accurate fashion.Compute and analyze daily, weekly production metrics.Assist in physical inventories and cycle counts.Maintain product locator system.Ensure the optimal utilization of space.Rotate product as appropriate.Ensure the efficient and safe operation of material handling equipment.Maintain a clean, neat and orderly work area.Assist in maintaining warehouse security.Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety and in accordance with OSHA and other appropriate standards.Attend warehouse planning meetings.Act as liaison between employees and management.Communicate industry and brand knowledge to associates.Performs 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. 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 recruiting@avantorsciences.com 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.

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