Material Handler I

Work Schedule

Other

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

How will you make an impact? 

Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science. When you’re part of the team, you’ll do important work, that makes a positive impact on a global scale. You’ll be supported in achieving your career goals and help our customers solve some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer! 

What do we offer? 

Benefits start on day one.

401K with up to 6% company match and Employee Stock Purchase Plan 

Tuition reimbursement. 

The opportunity to grow through the tech advancement program and internal promotions. 

Regular employee activities. 

A fast-paced, clean, and modern work environment that values your safety, ideas, and physical & mental health 

What will you do? 

You will prepare and kit materials for the production departments. You will safely carry out the warehouse process by closely following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Work Instruction Documents (WID), and work orders as they relate to material handling, equipment operating, and packaging goods. 

Work in a warehouse environment where you will receive and fill orders in a safe, accurate and timely manner including placing all incoming and outgoing materials, finished goods, raw materials, and supplies in the appropriate staging, shipping, receiving or storage locations while adhering to company SOP’s and WID’s 

Use tools and equipment such as, but not limited to, computers, handheld scanners, tape guns, calculators, measuring tools, pallet jacks, forklifts, and swing reaches  

Following all safety requirements and Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements. 

Maintain accurate inventory in all designated warehouses and locations  

Ensure work areas are kept safe, clean, and organized.

Use strong attention to detail to ensure products meet quality standards by cooperating with upstream and downstream departments to implement mutual inspection, find and correct quality errors, record, and report problems in a timely manner 

Prepare and account for all material movement documentation and update inventory management system accordingly 

Actively participate in Practical Process Improvements (PPI), Lean and Continuous Improvement activities including 5S activities 

Effectively work as part of a team in the warehouse process and assist with training and mentoring co-workers 

Focus on your development through timely and proactive completion of training 

Adhere to your schedule to ensure production goals are met. 

How will you get here? 

Education & Experience 

Must be at least 18 years old 

High school diploma or equivalent 

1 year material handler experience (preferred, not required) 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 

Ability to operate a forklift, scissor lift, and other similar equipment or obtain a certification through company training 

Exhibit good verbal and written communication skills 

Ability to read and understand written materials that include words, pictures, and numbers 

Ability to count items, add and multiply using a calculator, and measure using a ruler or measuring tape 

Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail 

Possess strong problem-solving abilities. 

Have a consistent track record of following policies, procedures, instructions, and meeting goals consistently as an individual and with the team. 

Ability to work in a fast-paced regulated warehouse environment up to 12 hours a day with additional overtime when necessary.

Ability to infrequently lift and manipulate up to 40 pounds unassisted. 

Ability to stand and move about including standing, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, and grasping. 

Ability to use equipment and hand tools like scanners, tape guns, and some powered equipment. 

Physical and Environment Information 

The warehouse has some ambient noise. 

Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and understand chemical. hygiene including labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS), common chemicals are disinfecting, solvents and IPA (Isopropyl Alcohol 70% and 99%). 

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. 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. Our year after year growth is driven by our ability to attract, develop and retain outstanding people who will thrive in our environment and share in our desire to have real-world impact. #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. 

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $16.00–$20.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards