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Inventory Coordinator II
- ThermoFisher Scientific (Richmond, VA)
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Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse
Job Description
About the Role
We’re a close-knit Field Operations team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic Inventory Specialist to help keep inventory accurate and our customers delighted. You’ll leverage our intuitive electronic systems and mobile scanning tools to ensure orders move efficiently from dock to desk.
What You’ll Do
+ 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
+ May perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor
What We’re Looking For
+ High school diploma or equivalent, with 1–2 years of customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse, or inventory-control experience
+ 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
+ Works primarily at customer sites, which may require independent work. Work areas may include spaces where chemical-based allergens are in use (such as penicillin, tetracycline, etc)
+ Depending on the area of the building, personal protective equipment may be worn, including lab coats, coveralls, hoods, facemasks, hairnets, safety gloves, steel-toe shoes (required for all colleagues), bump hats, and/or safety glasses.
+ Regularly required to lift 30 - 40lbs, and up to 50lbs occasionally.
+ Regularly use equipment including pushcarts, pallet jacks, mobile cylinders, forklifts, etc. to push/pull up to 100lbs
+ Regularly required to stand, walk and conduct manual material handling (twisting, bending, reaching, lifting, etc.) for prolonged periods.
+ Ability to work in environments with varied temperatures (cold rooms, outside, etc.)
+ Ability to work overtime, as needed.
Benefits
+ Employment with an innovative, forward‑thinking organization committed to your professional development
+ Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
+ Supportive, people‑first culture that values work‑life balance
+ Opportunities to suggest and lead process improvements that make a real difference
Our Mission
To enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
Apply Today
Submit your application at: http://jobs.thermofisher.com
Equal Employment Opportunity
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.
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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