• Senior Inventory Management Specialist

    ThermoFisher Scientific (Keokuk, IA)


    Work Schedule

     

    First Shift (Days)

     

    Environmental Conditions

     

    Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse

    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:

    Through Unity Lab Services, we offer integrated lab services, support, and supply management with customized service offerings and world-class experts to address our customers' unique laboratory business needs. Our inventory management specialists use our intuitive electronic systems and mobile scanning tools to ensure orders move efficiently from dock to desk.

     

    A day in the Life:

    + Use handheld RF scanners and our mobile app to perform replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and backorder processing

    + Receive and inspect shipments, scan and store items, and maintain cycle counts to guarantee up-to-date inventory records

    + Own customer interactions—respond via email (our primary channel), follow up by phone, and assist internal partners to resolve questions and build trust

    + Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to propose and implement improvements that streamline daily workflows

    + Uphold safety and organization standards in every work area by following site guidelines and wearing required PPE

    + Proactively monitor stock levels and flag gaps or issues to prevent operational impacts

    + Delivery of products using company vehicle - valid driver's license required

    Keys to Success:

    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent required.

    Experience

    2–3 years of customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse, or inventory-control experience

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

    + Confident using RF handheld scanners or mobile scanning apps and basic Microsoft Office tools

    + Excellent verbal and written English communication skills—especially via email—and a friendly, solution-focused approach

    + A self-starter who thrives with detail, accountability, and teamwork

     

    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 are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments. Overtime work may also be necessary.

     

    Compensation and Benefits

     

    The hourly range estimated for this position based in Iowa is $17-22/hr.

     

    We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

     

    + A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

    + Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

    + At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

    + Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

    + Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

     

    For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-reward (https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards)

     

    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.