Laboratory Glassware Technician - Day Shift

Location: Boston

This job is with Thermo Fisher Scientific, an inclusive employer and a member of my Gwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)  Environmental Conditions
Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Compensation Range:  $ 18.54 - $24.72/hr

Shift:  8:00am - 4:00pm (Mon - Fri)

Location:

Boston, MA - 50 Northern Avenue

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.

Our Research and Safety Market team in North America, including Emerging Markets, is a catalyst for scientific progress. We support research, production, and science education with tailored products and services designed to meet unique needs. Offering customizable on-site solutions from supply management to scientific support, our dedicated colleagues help customers focus on their core activities while lowering costs, saving time, and boosting productivity.

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.

A Day in the Life:
Perform specific tasks associated with labware operations, including precision cleaning, inventory management, quality control, and sterilization through autoclaving of glassware.
Handle gas cylinder order placements and possess knowledge of gas meters, with the ability to safely manage encounters with HAZMAT materials.
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 inventory records, fulfill contractual obligations, and assist in tracking business metrics.
May perform other duties as assigned by management.

How will you get there?

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

Required:

Minimum of 2 years of work experience. Preferably in Laboratory, distribution, warehouse or supply chain or related field

Preferred:
Experience in a cGMP environment

​Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
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.

What We Offer    Compensation
Competitive Hourly Pay Rate
Additional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions
Annual performance-based bonus
Annual merit…