Production Associate

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Sparks, NV
In-Office
Entry level
Biotech
The Role
Production Associates will set up and operate production equipment, package finished goods, monitor production quality, and maintain a safe work environment. Training provided for all new hires.
Summary Generated by Built In
The Opportunity:
Avantor is a trusted supplier to mining and assay laboratories worldwide. As our business continues to grow, we’re looking for Production Operators to join our team in Sparks, Nevada. In this role, you’ll help produce and package cupels—small, porous containers used to separate precious metals like gold and silver from base metals. If you’re someone who enjoys staying active and working with your hands, this could be a great fit.
What you’ll be doing:
Set up, operate, and clean production equipment
Inspect products and monitor machines during production
Package finished goods and maintain accurate records
Follow safety procedures and keep work area clean and organized
Report equipment issues, material defects, or safety concerns to the supervisor
Meet production goals for quality and efficiency
Assist with inventory counts and general site maintenance
Support other tasks as needed
What we’re looking for:
No experience necessary – we’ll train you!
Basic English skills (written and verbal)
Ability to follow instructions and shift priorities quickly
Reliable, punctual, and positive attitude
High school diploma or GED is a plus
OSHA Forklift and/or HAZMAT certification is a plus
Comfortable with basic computer tasks and simple math
Team player with a strong focus on safety and quality
Previous production or warehouse experience is a bonus
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Active, hands-on role in a busy production area
Exposed to noise, dust, non-hazardous chemicals, and moving machinery
Safety gear provided
Frequent standing, walking, and lifting (up to 25 lbs)
Repetitive hand and foot movements
Good vision required for close-up and peripheral tasks
What’s in it for you?
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

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 [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.

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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The Company
HQ: Radnor Township, PA
9,968 Employees
Year Founded: 1904

What We Do

Avantor®, a Fortune 500 company, is a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & applied materials industries.

Our portfolio is used in virtually every stage of the most important research, development and production activities in the industries we serve.

Our global footprint enables us to serve more than 225,000 customer locations and gives us extensive access to research laboratories and scientists in more than 180 countries. We set science in motion to create a better world.

More than 13,500 strong, our associates are passionate about our mission to set science in motion to create a better world. We share enthusiasm for innovation, excellence, and achievement. Whether we are collaborating with our customers to advance science or solve multifaceted problems, we help them reach their goals more efficiently and effectively.

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