LSC - SAP Data Specialist

Job Summary

At Avantor, people are the most important part of our success because they drive our global performance. That's why our Avantor Lab and Production Services team is a trusted partner in supporting the innovation and growth objectives of labs across the globe.

In this role, you will report to Supervisor, GMP Services 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.

Location: Malvern, PA 19355

Schedule: 1st Shift/ 7:30am - 4pm

What we're looking for

• Education: BS Degree in Science preferred or BA

• Experience: 1-year experience working within a laboratory setting, strong process optimization skills and scientific trouble shooting skills, strong verbal and written skills.

Highly motivated, enthusiastic, hands on, organized with strong ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment

• Collaboration Tool: Ability to utilize various standard office programs for data entry and word processing, ability to utilize software and customized programs to meet business needs, familiarity with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems, SAP preferred.

• Preferred Qualifications:

• Conform to all customer requirements for background checks, health and safety issues, security clearances and medical checkups.
• Requires knowledge in using various instruments to prepare for and perform tests.
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent Customer Service Skills; display a professional can-do attitude.
• Perform duties with the highest regard for safety and quality.
• Ability to understand and follow site protocols, policies and procedures.
• Must be flexible, forward- thinking, motivated, and have the ability to act independently.
• Must be able to lift up to 25lbs minimum.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of Avantor's products and services
• Problem-solving skills

Who you are

A creative, agile, and highly motivated professional seeking to enhance your experience and gain some meaningful professional growth within Lab and Production services. Apply today if you want to go further in your career and have the following:

• A strong work ethic and (initiative)

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

How you will thrive and create an impact

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. In this role you will:

• Equipment Upkeep - Arrange lab equipment preventative maintenance (PM) maintain PM tracking software. Perform routine maintenance on refrigeration.
• Common Equipment Training - Provide basic operating training on common laboratory equipment. Assist with equipment troubleshooting, and supplemental resources. Assist in writing Work Instructions for equipment based on manuals/documentation provided by the manufacturer.
• Help Desk Management - Oversee Help Desk Management Program. Triage/escalate Business Operations related tickets.
• Procurement Management. Assist in obtaining quotes, preparing purchase orders, following up with vendors for laboratory, office and facilities equipment, goods and consumables.
• Chemical and Biological Storage - Ensure hazardous and biohazardous materials are correctly handled and stored.
• Cold Storage - Maintain and monitor cryogenic gas and dry ice usage. Support monitoring of cold storage through software systems.
• Lab Upkeep - Support upkeep of common lab areas.
• Shipping and Receiving - Provide back-up support to ensure shipments are received, processed, and recipients notified utilizing package tracking software. Ensure unclaimed packages are properly stored.
• Customer Service
• Licensee Onboarding and Offboarding - Support licensee onboarding and off boarding by assisting with laboratory/office preparation and communication with licensees.
• Specialty Capital Equipment Training - Notify Operations Manager of licensee requests for specialty equipment training. Coordinate training.
• Facility Modification - Communicate to Operations Manager requests for modifications from licensees. Coordinate changes with contractors. Assist with escorting contractors.
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)
• EHS Policy Compliance - Provide support to staff, licensees, vendors and visitors with respect to customer EHS standards adherence.
• Safety Committee Meetings. Assist with the organization and preparation of Safety Committee meetings materials. Support execution of action items.
• On Site ERT - Provide assistance to direct and account for persons during evacuations. Assist Operations Manager in completing incident reports.
• Training and Policies - Support SOP creation and validation.
• Site Audit Support - Coordinate with Operations team to prepare site for inspections within laboratories and facilities, EHS and security. Monitor completion of corrective actions.

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!

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.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer. 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 [email protected] 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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