Lead Warehouse Worker

Job Description

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

Position Summary:

The group lead position will require the employee to perform daily work functions while assisting the supervisor in leading the employees in meeting the departmental productivity, quality, service and financial goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the daily distribution activities, productivity and quality within assigned department (receiving, picking, packing, shipping, inventory control).
• Provide leadership and assistance with the daily operation of the department to meet all daily objectives.
• Assist employees with exceptions and problem resolution to ensure a high level of accuracy in department.
• Coordinate with Supervisor to ensure that staffing levels are appropriate to meet department and launch time goals.
• Organize and direct workflow for the department when supervisor is unavailable.
• Provide instructions about standard operating procedures, material handling equipment and help in resolving problems.
• Train temporary employees and new hires.
• Assist the supervisor in maintaining a safe, injury-free work environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skills, and/or ability. To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to complete each essential duty in a satisfactory manner and work in a team environment. Must be proficient in all aspects of distribution and departmental standard operating procedures.

• A High School Diploma or GED. General warehouse experience is preferred.
• Worker should have or be willing to obtain forklift certification and prior experience operating a powered industrial truck.
• Preferred experience in computers and scanning equipment.
• Maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Work independently and possess problem solving abilities.
• Ability to constantly stand and move around department required.
• Frequent walking, stooping, bending and reaching required.
• Regular, reliable and predictable attendance necessary for adequate scheduling and coverage.

Non-Negotiable Hiring Criteria:

• Ability to read and write in English.
• Lifts, carries, pulls and pushes up to 40 - 70 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally with or without accommodation.
• Role model leader with ability to lead with the Thermo Fisher values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement.

This position has not been approved for Relocation Assistance.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

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