Lead Repository Material Handler

ThermoFisher Scientific; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental plans

Vision plan

Tuition reimbursement

PTO and holidays

Parental leave

Life and disability insurance

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Vacaville, CA is seeking a Warehouse Operations Leader to manage daily warehouse activities with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and efficiency. The role focuses on coordinating receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping while maintaining accurate inventory and regulatory compliance.

You will lead a team, drive Practical Process Improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, Kaizen), and ensure timely, accurate execution of orders in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years in warehouse operations with 1+ year in a leadership role.
• Forklift certification and experience operating powered industrial equipment.
• Knowledge of inventory control procedures and warehouse safety regulations.
• Proficient in English; additional languages beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping of materials.
• Lead and develop warehouse team, fostering continuous improvement.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and GMP/GxP environments where applicable.

Skills

Warehouse operations leadership

Forklift certification

Inventory control procedures

Lean / Kaizen / 5S

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Multi-tasking

Proficiency in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Fields of Study: logistics, operations, or related field

Tools

SAP/Oracle ERP

Microsoft Office

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, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

Starting wage

$31.00 - $33.00

Work Shift

Monday through Friday

8:00 am to 4:30 pm

(with some flexibility to start and stop times.

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

Manage warehouse operations with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency while contributing to our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Support operational excellence by coordinating daily activities, maintaining accurate inventory management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Guide and develop team members while fostering a culture of continuous improvement through Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives. Manage warehouse processes including receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping of materials ranging from common supplies to sensitive scientific products, hazardous materials, and temperature-controlled items.

How will you get here?

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Preferred Fields of Study: logistics, operations, or related field

Experience

• 4 years of warehouse operations experience, with 1+ years in a leadership capacity.

• Forklift certification and experience operating powered industrial equipment

• Additional certifications in hazardous materials handling (DOT/IATA/IMDG) preferred

• Knowledge of inventory control procedures and warehouse safety regulations.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment

• Physical ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and work in various temperature environments

• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, 5S, Kaizen)

• Ability to guide and support team members on procedures and safety protocols

• Excellent organizational and documentation skills

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record when required

• Proficiency in English required; additional languages beneficial

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Proficiency in English required; additional languages beneficial

• Strong computer proficiency including warehouse management systems, ERP software (SAP, Oracle, etc.), and Microsoft Office

• Demonstrated leadership abilities and excellent interpersonal/communication skills

• Experience working in cGMP/GxP regulated environments preferred

Working Conditions

• Physical ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and work in various temperature environments

• Warehouse environment under various temperatures including room temperature (59–86 degrees F), cold-room (36-46 degrees F), and/or freezer-room (minus 4 – 23 degrees F).

• Perform work of a highly repetitive nature.

• Will walk, stand, reach, and lift up to 50lbs on a continuous basis.

• Routinely push and pull up to 50lbs and regularly climb ladders.

• May occasionally sit, kneel, crouch and crawl.

• May handle “packaged” hazardous materials.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $31.00–$33.25.

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

• Retirement 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

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.