Materials Handler

Join a global team of 14,000+ associates driving scientific breakthroughs every day. Avantor is looking for a reliable, energetic Material Handler to join our Edmonton Distribution Center. If you enjoy hands‑on work, operating warehouse equipment, and being part of a fast‑moving team, we’d love to meet you!

What you bring:

• High School completion or equivalent (GED) is required
• Experience with warehouse systems
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable with repetitive movement and working with hands/feet simultaneously
• Basic computer skills (Teams and Outlook an asset)
• Forklift/OSHA/HAZMAT certifications (assets)
• Previous Inventory experience (asset)
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) certification (asset)

What you’ll do:

• Inbound: Unload freight from trucks/containers; Check shipments for accuracy, damage, or issues; Move incoming materials to storage locations.
• Order Picking: Pick the correct product, lot, and quantity; Move orders using forklifts, pallet jacks, or similar equipment; Label, wrap, palletize, and prepare orders for shipment; Repack and organize products as needed.
• Outbound: Confirm outgoing shipments are complete and correctly labeled; Load product onto trailers or containers; Follow SOPs and regulatory guidelines.
• Equipment & Inventory: Operate equipment safely and keep it clean; Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory; Ensure proper stock rotation and update inventory system.
• Other Responsibilities: Repack/repair damaged good; Keep work area clean and safe; Perform other tasks as assigned.

What you’ll get:

We’re proud to support the health, happiness, and success of our team. You’ll have access to:

• Competitive compensation
• 3 weeks starting vacation entitlement
• 10 paid statutory holidays + 1 floating Diversity Day
• Paid sick days
• Extended health, dental, and vision benefits (paid by Avantor)
• Fertility and family-building benefits (paid by Avantor)
• Group RRSP with company match
• Employee stock purchase program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness reimbursement program
• Tuition reimbursement program

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.
 
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!

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 recruiting@avantorsciences.com 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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