Material Handler II - 1st Shift

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Warehouse

How You Will Make an Impact

• Support Supply Chain and Manufacturing operations by ensuring the accurate receipt, storage, inventory control, movement and shipment of materials and finished products.
• Maintain inventory accuracy, support on-time delivery, and enable efficient manufacturing workflows through accurate material handling and inventory management.
• Operate in compliance with safety, quality, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Take ownership of assigned warehouse processes and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Day In The Life

• Receive incoming materials and verify shipments for accuracy and completeness.
• Distribute received materials to appropriate locations, including Incoming Quality Control (IQC), stockroom, or internal customers.
• Stock, replenish, and organize inventory within assigned warehouse locations.
• Maintain accurate inventory through proper receiving, storage, and material handling practices.
• Ensure materials are available to support manufacturing schedules and operational needs.
• Pick, pull, stage, package, and prepare finished goods and completed systems for shipment.
• Load and unload materials and finished products using forklifts and other approved material handling equipment.
• Verify shipment accuracy and complete required shipping and system documentation in accordance with established procedures.
• Support on-time customer deliveries through accurate and efficient shipping operations.
• Handle materials safely to prevent product damage and maintain workplace safety.
• Safely operate forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, and other approved material handling equipment.

Inventory Control & Warehouse Operations

• Perform daily cycle counts and inventory verification activities.
• Identify, investigate, and report inventory discrepancies to the Inventory Clerk or supervisor.
• Maintain organized warehouse storage locations and support efficient material flow.
• Support manufacturing operations by fulfilling material requests and ensuring timely material availability.

Quality, Safety & Continuous Improvement

• Follow established safety procedures, SOPs, and quality requirements in all warehouse activities.
• Complete inventory transactions and documentation accurately within ERP systems.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities that improve warehouse efficiency, inventory accuracy, and material flow.
• Perform other duties assigned to support business and operational objectives.

Education & Experience

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year of related experience in a warehouse, material handling, manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, or other operations environment.
• Experience maintaining inventory accuracy and following standard operating procedures.
• Experience using ERP or inventory management systems to complete material transactions and maintain inventory accuracy.

Preferred

• Technical certification or vocational training in Supply Chain, Warehouse Operations, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience in a GMP-regulated manufacturing, biotechnology, or life sciences environment.
• Experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Experience using SAP or other ERP systems for inventory management and shipping activities.
• Familiarity with GMP or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement principles.
• Experience supporting inventory audits and cycle count activities.
• Familiarity with shipping documentation and transportation requirements.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Frequent standing and walking throughout warehouse and manufacturing areas during the work shift.
• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and lifting while handling materials and inventory.
• Frequent lifting and moving of materials up to 25 pounds; occasional lifting of heavier items with appropriate equipment or assistance.
• Manual dexterity required for handling materials, packaging products, and operating warehouse equipment.
• Able to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm movements while handling materials and operating warehouse equipment.
• Regular use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated work areas.
• Exposure to warehouse traffic, moving equipment, and manufacturing activities while following established safety procedures.
• Ability to perform overtime, adjusted schedules, or provide operational support outside of standard business hours as required to meet production and customer delivery commitments.

Compensation And Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $17.29–$25.93. 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
• Retail 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