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Material Handler - Afternoon Shift

Job in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48228, USA
Listing for: ThermoFisher Scientific
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-18
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Material Handler, Forklift Operator
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 22.98 USD Hourly USD 22.98 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Material Handler I - Afternoon Shift

Work Schedule

Third Shift (Nights)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers
-22degrees

F/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

Job Description

Pay Rate: $22.98

Shift: Afternoon Shift Monday-Friday 3PM-11:30AM //5%

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location/Division

Specific Information

Detroit, Michigan/Biologicals & Chemicals Division

How Will You Make an Impact?

The Material Handler will perform shipping and receiving operations to support the site with the production of animal-based peptones.

A Day in the Life

Responsible for verifying the accuracy of incoming materials, checking for damages, and ensuring proper documentation.

Safely operate equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks to move materials to and from storage areas, production lines, or delivery trucks.

Responsible for efficiently arranging materials in designated storage areas, ensuring proper labeling and inventory management to facilitate easy retrieval.

Assemble, deduct and deliver items for requisition and shop orders.

Prepare shipping documents, label packages, and coordinate with carriers or logistics providers to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials.

Maintain a safe and clean work environment:
Adhere to safety protocols, organize work areas, and report any hazards or incidents to supervisors.

Collaborate with team members:
Work closely with other warehouse personnel, such as supervisors, forklift operators, and shipping/receiving clerks, to ensure smooth operations and efficient workflow.

Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

None required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • No previous experience required
  • Experience in distribution, warehouse or supply chain or related field preferred.
  • Experience with powered industrial trucks preferred
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
  • Must be able to lift up to 25lbs
  • Must be able to obtain a hi-lo license.
What We Offer
  • Compensation
  • Competitive Pay
  • Performance Related Bonus where eligible
  • Annual merit performance-based increase
  • Excellent Benefits
  • Medical benefits
  • Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

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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