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Material Handler II - 1st Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Grand Island, NY · 3 wk ago
On-siteProduct$14.41–$24.01/hrFull-time

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days) – Monday‑Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Environmental Conditions

  • Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
  • Cold Room/Freezers –22 °F (‑6 °C)
  • Fluctuating temperatures (hot/cold)
  • Loud noises from equipment/machinery
  • Personal protective equipment required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.)
  • Warehouse environment
  • Work with hazardous/toxic materials

About the Role

Material Handler II in the Storage Control department, performing finished‑good tasks and regularly using PIT equipment. The role includes participation in safety, quality, and process‑improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process customer orders daily to meet expectations.
  • Work in one or more process paths: receiving, picking, packing, or shipping.
  • Prepare shipping documents, coordinate shipments with couriers, and ship materials—including finished products—per applicable SOPs.
  • Ensure inventory is stored accurately.
  • Collaborate with the team to provide a “magical” experience for colleagues and customers.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

  • Minimum one year of general warehouse experience.
  • One to two years of experience using computers and basic software packages, including Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
  • Experience with powered industrial trucks (order pickers).
  • Experience handling hazardous materials (chemicals) is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Maintain knowledge of current import/export regulations related to shipment of goods to and from the USA.
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems independently and collaboratively.
  • Self‑motivated with strong organizational skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective partnership with colleagues of diverse cultural, language, and educational backgrounds.
  • Demonstrates Thermo Fisher values: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  • Regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, use hands, and reach with arms.
  • Close vision and ability to adjust focus required.
  • Regularly lift up to 20 lb; occasionally lift 45 lb or more with assistance or equipment.

Compensation

  • Competitive hourly pay rate.
  • Additional shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.
  • Annual performance‑based bonus.
  • Annual merit performance‑based increase.
  • Estimated hourly pay range in New York: $14.41 – $24.01.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision plans effective Day 1.
  • Paid time off and designated paid holidays (at least 120 hours PTO, 10 paid holidays).
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Employee referral bonus.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits.
  • Paid parental leave (3 weeks bonding, 8 weeks caregiver).
  • Accident, life, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
  • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted stock purchase.

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