Laboratory Operations Associate - Day Shift

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Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Compensation Range:

$19.50 - $23.00/HR

Shift:

Mon - Fri - 7:30am - 5:00pm

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 dedicated Dock Specialist team in Unity Lab Services, where we ensure seamless logistics and support tailored to our customers' unique needs. We’re seeking an organized Dock Specialist to manage shipping and receiving operations. You'll be the point of contact for customers and carriers, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all dock activities.
A Day in the Life:

Generate, verify, and match shipping labels with incoming packages to ensure accuracy.
Maintain awareness of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and ensure compliance.
Identify order discrepancies and raise them to the appropriate personnel.
Ensure all incoming and outgoing packages are scanned accurately for inventory control.
Safely operate pallet jacks to move heavy packages and pallets.
Ensure proper handling and placement of items to prevent damage.
Coordinate the delivery of materials to the appropriate locations.
Perform laboratory services such as order delivery, dry ice management, biological waste processing, and inventory management.
May perform other duties as needed.
Keys to Success:

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience

1-2 years of work experience in material handling: warehousing, shipping, and/or receiving is preferred.
Good x Practice (GxP) environment or laboratory setting experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach.
Proficient in reading and interpreting shipping labels (DOT labeling), with the ability to be trained in the operation of pallet jacks and lift gates
Demonstrates the ability to understand the complexity of various work environments and work safely following all policies and procedures.
Demonstrates computer proficiency and possesses intermediate skills in Microsoft Office suite of software.
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, safety glasses, and safety shoes, is often required. The position requires regular lifting of 30-40 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and pallet jacks 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 performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits
Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific
Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays
401K
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus
Career Advancement Opportunities

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