Sample Distribution Technician

At Syngenta we are working to build the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture that provides leading seeds and crop protection innovations to enhance the prosperity of farmers. To support this challenge we are currently seeking a Sample Distribution Technician in Greensboro NC.

The Sample Distribution Technician is expected to dispense fill and pack chemicals for shipping; support logistics activities for chemicals such as receiving storage and procurement; and meet domestic and international needs in Research and Development.

Accountabilities:

• Chemical sample fulfillment comprising the retrieval mixing and decanting of chemicals using ergonomic and scientific tools.
• Sample prefilling and packaging of sample shipments.
• Assist with physical inventories of warehouse areas.
• Assist with data management projects.
• Organize email communications to individuals and groups.
• Transcribe notes scan documents and file records.
• Provide technical guidance and direct contract staff in shipment-related tasks.
• Coordinate daily activities with a team of permanent and contract staff; liaise with permanent staff to aid process flow between group functions.
• Use inventory management software to process sample shipments adjust inventory and maintain data.
• Complete administrative tasks related to sample request fulfillment such as printing documents and labeling samples.
• Compile data and update spreadsheets and electronic databases.
• Assist with customer inquiries and historical record research tasks.
• Aid with laboratory and warehouse organization projects.
• Participate in evaluation of current processes and proactively propose ways to make core sample distribution processes more efficient accurate or accessible for the intended users with an emphasis on LEAN and Continuous Improvement activities.

Qualifications :

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Associates or Bachelors degree preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and move/lift heavy loads with material-handling ergonomic equipment (pallet jacks drum lifters ladders dollies carts).
• Knowledgeable of various measurement systems (Metric Imperial); competent in performing basic mathematical functions and occasional advanced math (unit conversions ratios etc.).
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks in time-sensitive situations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Adaptable to departmental and organizational ways of working.
• Capable of working independently and in team environments.
• Previous laboratory/warehouse inventory and logistics experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain company-sponsored DOT/IATA certification in the preparation of Hazardous Materials/Dangerous Goods for transport; prior experience with chemical shipment preparation would be highly regarded. Experience with or knowledge of GHS or OSHA safety and hazard communication would be a plus.
• Forklift experience or certification would be a plus.
• Chemistry/pesticide knowledge would be a plus.
• Experience using or building Smartsheet systems would be a plus.

Additional Information :

What We Offer: 

• A culture that celebrates belonging and collaboration promotes professional development and strives for a work-life balance that supports the team members. Offers flexible work options to support your work and personal needs. 
• Full Benefit Package (Medical Dental & Vision) that starts your first day. 
• 401k plan with company match Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution. 
• Paid Vacation Paid Holidays Maternity and Paternity Leave Education Assistance Wellness Programs Corporate Discounts among other benefits. 

Syngenta has been ranked as a top employer by Science Journal. Learn more about our team and our mission here:  is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment hiring training promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race color religion gender national origin age sexual orientation marital or veteran status disability or any other legally protected status. 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time