Material Handler II - Days

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Discover Impactful Work :

Join our dedicated team in Unity Lab Services as a Lab Support Specialist, where we provide seamless support tailored to our customers' unique needs. We're seeking an organized individual to handle lab support operations, including glasswash, garment management, and gas / dry ice management. You'll be the primary point of contact for lab personnel, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all support activities.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8am-4 : 30pm

A day in the Life :

Perform specific tasks associated with labware operations, including precision cleaning, inventory management, quality control, and sterilization through autoclaving

Collect used labware / materials from various labs and ensure dedicated points of use are fully restocked

Handle gas, garment, and dry ice management, ensuring a consistent supply and safe storage of these materials.

Partner with clients to understand their labware and material needs, providing timely support and ensuring stock availability

Follow well-defined procedures as outlined by Best Practices, SOPs & Work Instructions

Maintain accurate records of inventory and support activities.

May perform other duties as assigned by management.

Keys to Success : Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

1+ year of experience with material handling required

Good x Practice (GxP) environment or laboratory setting experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Experience with packaging sorting

Computer savvy

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline. Personal protective equipment, such as lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, and steel-toe shoes, is often required. The position requires regular lifting of 30-40 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts to move up to 100 lbs. Standing, walking, reaching, and bending are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments. Overtime work may also be necessary.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive healthcare, paid Holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

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.