Sr. Lab Technician-Solvent Management

Avantor • Waltham, MA

70d • $29

About The Position

In this role, you will report to the Onsite Supervisor and will work closely with the Avantor's Advanced Laboratory Services professionals to serve our customers by performing customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science. The On-site Sr. Lab Technician - Solvent Management is responsible for overseeing the complete lifecycle of solvent inventory within laboratory environments. This includes ordering, receiving, distributing, tracking, and disposing of solvents in compliance with safety and environmental standards. In addition to core responsibilities, this role provides cross-functional support to other Technical Lab Services (TLS) workflows, including reagent management and media preparation. Task assignments will be delegated by the Reagent Management Lead based on operational needs and team priorities. Safety and compliance are central to this role-you will be expected to follow all Avantor and customer protocols, proactively report incidents and near misses, to foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline preferred.
• 1-2 years of laboratory experience is highly desirable; undergraduate lab work will be considered.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel required.
• Familiarity with ordering systems such as Coupa and Inventory Manager is a plus.
• Experience with laboratory equipment, such as balances and pH meters.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for interaction with internal teams and external clients.
• Experience with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions, including drafting, is advantageous.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and maintain high attention to detail.
• Commitment to following site protocols, safety policies, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor solvent levels and place orders using Avantor Inventory Manager and Coupa.
• Prepare barcodes for incoming solvent orders.
• Break down pallets and restock inventory.
• Receive shipments, unbox, barcode, and label solvents.
• Apply peroxide former stickers to designated bottles.
• Store solvents in cabinets in accordance with SHE compliance standards.
• Maintain a clean and organized solvent storage area.
• Conduct scan runs in labs to assess solvent needs.
• Prepare delivery carts and restock solvents from the central stockroom to lab locations.
• Collect empty solvent bottles from labs.
• Scan and dispose of bottles in designated disposal areas as required daily.
• Conduct second disposal and distribution runs as necessary.
• Update solvent usage metrics regularly.
• Submit monthly solvent usage reports to the customer.
• Ensure that all storage and handling practices comply with safety and environmental standards.
• Assist with reagent management and media prep tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), Company-paid holidays, Choice holidays, etc.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount.
• Critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto, and home insurance.
• Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem for gifts and products.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees