Site Support Specialist

Site/Lab Support Specialist

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At Evonik, every discovery starts in a lab, and those labs depend on people who keep things running safely and smoothly. As a Site/Lab Support Specialist at our Allentown R&D site, you'll support more than 100 laboratories by managing chemical shipments, coordinating hazardous waste, and keeping materials and supplies organized. It's hands-on work that helps drive real innovation across our business lines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day lab support for our research and development campus, helping teams focus on science by keeping laboratory operations organized and on schedule.
• Support the site's shipping and receiving, including regulated chemical shipments under DOT and IATA guidelines (training provided).
• Maintain inventory of lab supplies, chemicals, and facility materials, keeping stockrooms safe, clean, and well-organized so they're easy to navigate.
• Participate in hazardous waste collection and documentation in line with RCRA and site EHS standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to track inventory, complete data entry, and update records in site systems.
• Follow safety procedures, maintain accurate records, and contribute to improvement efforts that make lab operations safer and more effective.
• Assist with general site logistics, equipment moves, and other site-support projects as needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree preferred; combination of education and hands-on experience in lab, logistics, or warehouse environments considered.
• 1 - 3 years of experience in hazardous waste handling, chemical shipping, or materials/inventory management.
• Solid organizational skills and attention to detail when managing regulated materials and documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with a focus on reliable, customer-oriented support.
• Familiarity with MS Office; ERP or inventory system experience is a plus.
• DOT/IATA, RCRA, or forklift certifications are helpful but not required (training is available).

Work Environment

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Work model: Onsite, full-time (40 hours per week).
• Team environment: Collaborative group of four. It's a close, steady team that values consistency, professionalism, communication, and teamwork.

Evonik is a global leader in specialty chemicals where safety, collaboration, and innovation come together every day. Here, your work supports the people developing solutions that improve lives and advance industries. You'll be part of a culture that values trust, growth, and hands-on problem-solving because progress happens when every role connects to something bigger.

The Evonik Group adopts an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) approach. Candidates are assessed based on their educational qualifications, experience, job competencies and potential and shall not be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, gender, religion, nationality, disability or sexual orientation or other classifications protected by local, state, or provincial regulations.