Life Science Inventory Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in laboratory services seeks a Lab Service Technician in Seattle. The role involves managing inventory, providing customer service, and assisting with various laboratory tasks. Candidates should have a high school diploma, experience in a lab environment, and strong communication skills. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement savings plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience within a laboratory setting preferred.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills and computer proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory and order replenishments.
• Deliver excellent customer service and assist with program safety.
• Perform laboratory services such as glassware processing.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Data Entry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

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. Unity Lab Services provides a single source for integrated lab service, support, and supply management. Our customized service offerings and world-class service experts have the flexibility and experience to uniquely address our customer’s laboratory's business needs.

What will you do?

• Inventory/order management, on-site program replenishments and disbursements, receiving, put-away, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry and expediting, customer service call resolution, product returns, and backorder processing
• Be involved with safety programs such as hazard identification, inspections and incident reporting/investigation
• Reception Desk, Dock management, shipping, receiving and delivery.
• May perform laboratory services such as glassware processing, autoclaving, biological waste processing, and chemical inventory receipt/reconciliation
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned by management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

2 years of related experience within a laboratory setting is preferred. Experience working in customer service is also a plus. DOT/IATA shipping experience useful.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Able to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and desire to deliver excellent customer service. This includes maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor in all interactions and upholding Thermo Fisher Scientific's values, including confidentiality.
• Possesses a strong desire to serve the customer, and the interpersonal skills to collaborate with various levels of personnel at the customer site.
• Independently operates handheld scanners to enter data in various systems as needed; as well as analytical skills to reconcile reports.
• Demonstrates computer proficiency and possesses intermediate skills in Microsoft Office suite of software.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Works primarily at customer sites, which may require independent work. Work areas may include spaces where chemical-based allergens are in use (such as penicillin, tetracycline, etc)
• Personal protective equipment may be worn, including lab coats, coveralls, hoods, facemasks, hairnets, safety gloves, safety shoes, bump hats, and/or safety glasses.
• Regularly lift 30 - 40lbs, and up to 50lbs occasionally.
• Regularly use equipment including pushcarts, pallet jacks, mobile cylinders, forklifts, etc. to push/pull up to 100lbs
• Regularly required to stand, walk and conduct manual material handling (twisting, bending, reaching, lifting, etc.) for prolonged periods.
• Work in environments with varied temperatures (cold rooms, outside, etc.)
• Ability to work overtime, as needed.

Benefits

We offer competitive remuneration, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

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.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Washington is $19.64–$29.45.

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