Material Handler

Previous experience in a similar environment is plus but not required for this role! Maybe you are working in logistics, hospitality or retail, but you have a general interest in science, then this could be your opportunity to transition your career into the life sciences industry! – Let’s talk!

You will work on a full-time basis at our customer site in Schiphol-Rijk. You will receive a contract for 1 year, transferred into a permanent one after a positive evaluation. Next to an attractive salary, we offer multiple benefits such as a pension scheme, commuting allowance, 13th month and bonus plan.

The team

You’ll get to work in a supportive and hardworking team, consisting of 5 associates and belongs to our department Lab and Production Services. This department supports leading pharmaceutical companies and laboratories all over the world, in Research and Development within the Life Sciences industry.

What we’re looking for

MBO3 or 4 lab studies is preferred, depending on experience

Lab experience is an asset

Proficient in MS Office, in particular with MS Excel

Effective communication skills in English, Dutch is an asset

Knowledge of chemicals is a great asset

Outgoing, customer minded, and responsible

Experience in an administrative role (in GMP environment is a plus)

Detail oriented, accurate

Working hours

Monday - Friday, flexible start time between 07:00 - 8:00 and finish time as of 16:00. Willingness to support the team during weekend coverage on a rotating basis (approximately every 8 weeks, covering 2 weekends)

How you will thrive and create an impact

Receive samples from the sampling team

Prepare equipment and make sure everything is available at all time

Prepare shipments and check if all materials are present

Manage the inventory of materials by placing orders and following up on these orders, in collaboration with the coordinator

Manage certificates for analytical checks and other paperwork

Prepare samples for storage, remove and dispose of samples as required, maintain an inventory of samples on retain, update logbooks as required, and disposal of in-process samples

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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!

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