Material Handler II - First Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Lenexa, KS

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

Job Title: Material Handler II
Position Location: Lenexa, KS
Shift: Days (Monday-Friday) 6am - 2:30pm with Mandatory OT if necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Receive and check-in products in a timely fashion upon arrival from vendors and CDC, sometimes working at table/cart heights of approximately 36 inches.
  • Sort parcels and materials received or returned and handling appropriately to avoid damage.
  • Check parcels and materials received, noting defects or damages.
  • Be able to order raw materials for production via internet and Microsoft Access.
  • Handle dangerous goods as needed with caution and safety.
  • Count items accurately.
  • Fill out forms as needed, producing neat handwriting and legible signature.
  • Transfer released product from a quarantined location to a shippable bin.
  • Stock and space product, reaching up to but not limited to 105 inches high and grasping and gripping. May require use of machinery in receiving.
  • Operate forklift according to proper safety guidelines.
  • Perform inventory duties as needed.
  • Deliver packages received to appropriate REMEL employees.
  • Work cooperatively with coworkers and efficiently with little supervision, communicating verbally or in writing any discrepancies.
  • Keep work area clean and free of packaging materials.
  • Arrive to work on time, work during scheduled work hours and
  • Report any actual or potential safety hazards to the Supervisor, Human Resources, Safety Specialist or Senior Management.

Complete Training:

  • Valuing Diversity and Inclusion – Thermo Fisher University
  • Obtain Certifications: Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification
  • Raw materials receipting.
  • Chemical and blood: labeling, stocking and inventory control.

Requirements:

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

  • Requires a minimum of 1+ years of related experience.
  • Some experience in logistics with a life science company preferred.
  • The proven ability to consistently and independently follow policies and procedures, instructions, and to meet schedules required.
  • Must be able to operate powered industrial trucks and with the ability to operate the equipment at various heights.
  • Need basic computer skills to navigate ERP systems, Outlook and software in order to support the operation in its daily functions.

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