Freezer Inventory & Sample Management Specialist

Avantor•Spring House, PA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves reporting to the Onsite Supervisor and collaborating with Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory Services professionals. The primary goal is to support customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols, thereby contributing to scientific advancement. Avantor’s Advanced Laboratory Services team is a vital part of the Avantor Services group, serving over 500 customers across biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech sectors with flexible, customizable solutions and comprehensive laboratory operations support. The work performed in this role is critical for developing new patient treatments and therapies, and enabling medical devices that improve lives.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
1–2 years in inventory management, laboratory operations, or a similar role
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
PowerPoint presentation skills
Familiarity with temperature-controlled storage and sample handling protocols
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to lift and move materials as needed
Commitment to following safety procedures and maintaining compliance standards

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field
Experience with freezer farm operations or biological sample management
Knowledge of shipping regulations for biological materials
Previous experience updating SOPs and training team members

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate records of the Master Sheet for on-site inventory
Respond promptly to all business-related email inquiries
Store materials in appropriate temperature-controlled units
Retrieve sample requests from Freezer Farm in a timely manner
Inventory samples from the pick-up freezer and update records accordingly
Make up-to-date modifications to the freezer management spreadsheet as needed
Perform various shipping requests related to samples for storage or testing
Dispose of samples following established safety procedures and protocols
Assist in training new associates in freezer management processes
Update Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Statements of Work (SOW) as necessary
Attend meetings with lab managers to ensure alignment on processes and priorities
Handle samples from liquid nitrogen tanks and maintain accurate records
Carry temperature-controlled samples and ensure proper documentation
Perform other duties as assigned