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Sr Chemical Management Specialist

Job in San Mateo, San Mateo County, California, 94404, USA
Listing for: Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-14
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Production, Quality Engineering, Chemical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cold Room/Freezers
-22degrees

F/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Rapid flashing lights, 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.), Various outside weather conditions, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

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.

Discover Impactful Work:

Join our close-knit Chemical Management team in Unity Lab Services, where we provide integrated lab services, support, and supply management tailored to our customers' unique needs. We're seeking an upbeat Chemical Management Specialist to manage chemical inventory and ensure labs remain stocked, compliant, and running efficiently.

A day in the Life:

* Verify chemical inventory levels, locations, and expiration dates by performing bench audits and full-cycle counts using barcode scanners.

* Receive, inspect, label, and store incoming chemical shipments according to compatibility guidelines and DOT regulations.

* Pick, pack, and stage chemical orders for distribution or disposal, maintaining 100% accuracy and adherence to storage protocols.

* Read and interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to apply accurate handling, storage, and spill-response procedures.

* Identify and help resolve discrepancies in chemical handling, storage conditions, or inventory records.

* Collaborate closely with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and team members to uphold safety standards, refine workflows, and train new team members.

* May perform other duties as assigned by management.

Keys to Success:

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

Minimum 2-3 years of customer-service experience in a laboratory, warehouse, or similar environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

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

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

* Ability to read and understand SDS documentation and DOT labeling requirements.

* 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, and manual material handling of chemical containers are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments.

* Overtime work may also be necessary.

* As a condition of your employment with Thermo Fisher Scientific, you must successfully complete and satisfy Thermo Fisher's pre-employment screening (including background check and drug test) and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements. Customer requirements may differ from or exceed Thermo Fisher's criteria.

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!

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.

#Start Your Story  at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today!

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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