• Material Handler I - 2nd Shift

    ThermoFisher Scientific (Frederick, MD)


    Work Schedule

     

    Second Shift (Afternoons)

     

    Environmental Conditions

     

    Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-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.), Standing for full shift, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

    Job Description

    Environmental Conditions

     

    Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, 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, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

    Job Description

    Location/Division Specific Information:

    Frederick, MD

    Compensation:

    Starting pay at 19.50/hr + Benefits + annual merit increase eligibility + annual bonus eligibility

     

    Shift Information

     

    Monday- Friday 10:30am-9:00 pm (overtime as needed; hours vary per volume; shift would start earlier for overtime opportunities)

     

    How Will You Make an Impact?

     

    Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. offers you the opportunity to contribute significantly to our operations by ensuring the seamless storage and shipment of materials. This position is essential for upholding our top-tier standards and aiding in our mission to promote a healthier, cleaner, and safer world. Your focus will be on strictly following safety protocols for handling potentially hazardous substances.

     

    A Day in the Life

    + Receive and handle incoming raw materials

    + Facilitate the movement of materials, including hazardous materials, across the site

    + Maintain accurate inventory through receipts, adjustments, and cycle counts

    + Successfully implement safety and operational protocols

    + Collaborate with team members to achieve daily goals

    Education

    High school diploma or equivalent experience required.

    Experience

    + No previous work experience required

    + Preferred: Experience in distribution, warehouse, supply chain, or related field

    + Preferred: Experience with warehouse equipment

    Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

    + Skilled at independent work and task prioritization

    + Effective interpersonal and communication skills

    + Proven ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

    + Knowledge of methods to handle, process, and store specimens using a computerized system

    Physical Requirements / Work Environment

    + Capable of operating in cold conditions with exposure to dry ice, liquid nitrogen cryogenics, hazardous substances, and infectious agents

    + Must apply personal protective equipment (PPE) and strictly follow safety protocols

    + Able to lift and carry 50 lbs and push up to 70 lbs

    + Periodically work in walk-in freezers and refrigerators for up to 5 hours per day

     

    What We Offer

    Compensation

    + Competitive hourly pay rate starting at $19.50/hr

    + Annual performance-based bonus

    + Annual merit performance-based increase

    Excellent Benefits

    + Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits effective Day 1

    + Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays

    + Retirement Savings Plan

    + Tuition Reimbursement

    + Employee Referral Bonus

    + Career Advancement Opportunities

     

    Compensation and Benefits

     

    The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $13.82–$23.04.

     

    This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. 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-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.