Sterile Garment Inventory Technician
About The Position
In this role, you will report to the Site Services Supervisor and will work closely with the Avantor’s Lab and Production Services team of over 1,500 on- and off-site expert personnel – and our customers – to perform customized, mission-based lab work and research protocols that help return time back to science. Avantor’s Lab and Production Services team is a crucial part of the Avantor Services group serving over 500 customers in biopharma, pharmaceutical, educational, industrial, and high-tech industries with customizable, flexible solutions and end-to-end laboratory operations support.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- 1+ years of prior work experience required, experience in material handling and/or working in a clean-room environment is a plus.
- Microsoft Office suite.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Ability to work in controlled environments and follow strict compliance procedures.
- Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
- Ability to work in cleanroom gowning attire for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity to handle packaged garments and inventory materials.
- Reliability and strong work ethic.
- Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.
- Clear communication and customer service orientation.
- Problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in any inventory management, warehousing, or cleanroom garment handling preferred.
- Prior experience in sterile lab or cleanroom environments (pharma, biotech, medical device).
- Knowledge of GMP, GDP, contamination control, or gowning requirements.
- Familiarity with inventory management systems or ERP tools.
Responsibilities
- Monitor daily sterile garment inventory levels for all sizes and gowning components.
- Perform routine cycle counts and reconcile discrepancies in accordance with SOPs.
- Track garment usage, trends, and consumption to prevent shortages or overstocking.
- Maintain accurate records within inventory management systems or customer platforms.
- Receive, inspect, and verify sterile garment deliveries for correct quantities and lot integrity.
- Ensure all garments meet sterility requirements and are stored according to established procedures.
- Manage expiration dates, lot controls, and rotation of inventory (FIFO).
- Follow all cleanroom protocols, gowning requirements, and contamination‑control standards.
- Restock gowning rooms and point‑of‑use (POU) areas with appropriate garment quantities.
- Respond to urgent garment needs or special requests from cleanroom personnel.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and audit‑ready garment storage area.
- Communicate proactively with the customer regarding garment availability or issues.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Quality, Warehouse, Cleanroom Operations).
- Identify process gaps or opportunities for inventory optimization.
Benefits
- Health and Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness programs (eligible for medical coverage on day 1)
- Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), and company-paid holidays
- Financial Well Being: Spending Accounts: Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), commuter benefits, 401(k), tuition assistance, employee stock purchase plan discount
- Added Protection Coverage: To include critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident, legal, identity theft protection, pet, auto and home insurance
- Recognition: Celebrate your peers and earn points to redeem on gifts and products.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
