Material Handler II

ThermoFisher Scientific; Paisley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid Time Off

Annual merit increase

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific at Inchinna/Kinnen Park Distribution Centre in the United Kingdom is seeking a Warehouse Operative to perform material handling, picking and packing customer orders to meet tight deadlines.

You will adhere to SOPs and GMP-like practices, operate counterbalance and reach trucks (licences required), and maintain accurate records while working in cold and freezer environments. Good English and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of work experience in distribution, warehouse or supply chain.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Perform material handling duties in a busy warehouse.
• Pick and pack customer orders to meet tight deadlines.
• Ensure orders are shipped right first time and on time.
• Operate warehouse equipment safely (Counterbalance and Reach trucks).
• Use in-house software for daily picking, packing, and shipping.
• Maintain regulatory records and SOPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good written and spoken English

Education

Secondary school education

Tools

Powered industrial trucks

Order pickers/Forklifts licences

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Warehouse, Working at heights

Job Description

Location/Division Specific Information:

Inchinna/Kinnen Park Distribution Centre

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION

Position Objective:

Working in a team based environment to perform material handling duties within a busy warehouse. Duties include picking and packing customer orders to meet tight deadlines ensuring orders are shipped right first time and on time.

Essential Functions:

• Adhere to SOPs and GMP Compliance: Perform warehouse duties in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Embrace Continuous Improvement: Fully engage with our Practical Improvement Program (PPI) and 5S methodologies.
• Operate Warehouse Equipment: Safely operate essential equipment, such as Counterbalance and Reach trucks (valid licenses required).
• Utilise PC Skills: Use in-house software packages for daily picking, packing, and shipping of customer orders.
• Maintain Regulatory Records: Keep accurate records to comply with regulatory requirements, GMPs, and SOPs.
• Equipment Operation and Maintenance: Operate and maintain mechanical equipment efficiently.
• In-Process Checks: Perform necessary in-process checks to ensure quality and compliance.
• Safety and Efficiency: Carry out all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Housekeeping Standards: Ensure that housekeeping standards are consistently met.
• Adaptability: Be supportive and adaptive to any changes in processes or procedures.

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

• Secondary school education.
• Preferred: Experience with powered industrial trucks (order pickers/forklifts)

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of work experience in distribution, warehouse or supply chain or related field
• Preferred: Experience with powered industrial trucks (order pickers/forklifts)
• Computer literate
• Good written and spoken English
• Attention to detail and accuracy are vital

Contacts:

Has contact with other team members, staff of other departments and direct supervisor.

Working Conditions:

• Cold room (+4 degC) and freezer (-20degC) for extended periods.
• Perform work of a highly repetitive nature. Will walk, stand, reach and lift up to 25KG.

What We Offer:

Compensation

• Competitive Pay
• Performance Related Bonus where eligible
• Annual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Career Advancement Opportunities

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.