Material Handler II - First Shift
Thermo Fisher
Summary
Safely operates forklifts and other material handling equipment to receive, move, store, and ship products. Supports accurate order fulfillment, inventory control, and timely shipments while maintaining a clean and safe warehouse.
Job description
Job Summary
Safely operates forklifts and other material handling equipment to receive, move, store, and ship products. Supports accurate order fulfillment, inventory control, and timely shipments while maintaining a clean and safe warehouse.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment safely and efficiently.
- Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers.
- Pick, pack, stage, and prepare orders for shipment.
- Verify incoming and outgoing shipments against purchase orders, invoices, or other shipping documents.
- Move materials between receiving, storage, staging, and loading areas.
- Maintain accurate inventory records and assist with cycle counts.
- Inspect equipment before use and report maintenance needs or safety concerns.
- Label, store, and handle products correctly to prevent damage.
- Follow company safety procedures and applicable OSHA requirements.
- Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Forklift certification, or the ability to obtain certification as required.
- Previous warehouse, shipping, or forklift experience preferred.
- Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Basic math, reading, and recordkeeping skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.
Skills
- Forklift and material handling equipment operation, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Time management and organization.
- Teamwork and clear communication.
- Problem-solving and reliability.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Work is performed in a warehouse that may have varying temperatures. The role involves standing, walking, lifting, and operating machinery for extended periods. Overtime, weekend work, or shift work may be required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Forklift certification, or the ability to obtain certification as required
- Previous warehouse, shipping, or forklift experience preferred
- Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Basic math, reading, and recordkeeping skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices
- Forklift and material handling equipment operation, including sit-down and stand-up forklifts and pallet jacks
- Time management and organization
- Teamwork and clear communication
- Problem-solving and reliability
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Accident & Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Performance Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Company overview
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of analytical instruments, equipment, reagents and consumables, software, and services for research, analysis, discovery, and diagnostics. Their mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer by accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies, and increasing laboratory productivity. Thermo Fisher serves pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions, and government agencies worldwide. The company operates through four business segments: Life Sciences Solutions, Analytical Instruments, Specialty Diagnostics, and Laboratory Products and Services.