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Avantor

Material Handler

LocationReno, NV
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Experience1–3 yrs
EquityIncluded
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 7, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have6
1-3 years of experience working in a warehouse environment
Forklift experience required
Effective reading and writing skills, with the ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
Basic math skills and the ability to work accurately while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
Ability to use proper lifting techniques to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to work assigned shifts and consistently follow safety procedures
Nice to have3
High school diploma or GED preferred
OSHA forklift and HAZMAT certifications preferred
Familiarity with warehouse and inventory systems; experience with SAP or similar systems is a plus
Skills
SAP
WMS
UPS shipping software
HAZMAT shipping software
Benefits
Health insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Employee stock purchase plan
Employee assistance program
Wellness reimbursement
The Opportunity:
Avantor is seeking a dependable, safety-focused Material Handler to support warehouse and production operations at our Sparks, Nevada facility. In this role, you will receive, move, store, pick, pack, and ship materials while maintaining accurate inventory records and following company and OSHA safety requirements. You will operate forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other material-handling equipment to keep products and materials moving safely and efficiently.
This role will be a full-time position based out of Sparks, NV.
Benefits
• Competitive pay
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Health, dental and vision coverage
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Easy access to public transit
• Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:30AM – 4:30PM
What We’re Looking For
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High school diploma or GED preferred.
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1-3 years of experience working in a warehouse environment.
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Forklift experience required; OSHA forklift and HAZMAT certifications preferred.
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Familiarity with warehouse and inventory systems; experience with SAP or similar systems is a plus.
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Effective reading and writing skills, with the ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
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Basic math skills and the ability to work accurately while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
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Ability to use proper lifting techniques to lift up to 50 pounds.
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Ability to work assigned shifts and consistently follow safety procedures.
How You Will Thrive and Create an Impact
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Receive inbound shipments: Safely unload trucks, trailers, and containers; count and inspect products; compare shipments with manifests; and document shortages, damage, mis-shipments, or other discrepancies.
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Store and move materials: Transport products to designated storage, staging, production, or shipping areas using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, cherry pickers, or other approved equipment.
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Pick and prepare orders: Verify product numbers, quantities, lots, batches, and serial numbers; package, label, stencil, tag, band, bundle, wrap, overpack, and palletize orders as required.
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Process outbound shipments: Confirm quantities, labels, addresses, weights, and documentation; arrange carrier pickup; and safely load shipments into trucks, trailers, railcars, or containers.
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Maintain inventory accuracy: Keep accurate records, enter shipping and receiving data, process purchase-order receipts, support cycle counts and physical inventories, and ensure proper stock rotation.
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Use shipping systems: Enter required information in SAP / WMS inventory and shipping systems, UPS shipping software, and HAZMAT shipping software.
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Maintain products and equipment: Repack or re-box products, consolidate damaged goods, operate shrink-wrap equipment, charge forklift batteries, and separate usable and damaged pallets as needed.
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Support a safe, organized warehouse: Maintain clean equipment, docks, bays, trailers, and work areas; report security, health, or safety concerns promptly; and comply with company standards and OSHA requirements.
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Perform other related duties as assigned to support efficient department operations.
Physical and Work Requirement
This position requires regular use of material-handling equipment and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds using proper techniques. The successful candidate must be able to work safely and accurately in a fast-paced warehouse environment, manage competing deadlines, and perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
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.
EEO Statement:
We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. 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.
For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.
Privacy Policy:
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3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:
By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.
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