Reach Truck Operator

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their Distribution team in Bridgewater, NJ. In this role, you'll ensure timely and accurate delivery of products essential for scientific progress. Your responsibilities will include managing materials, conducting inventory checks, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This position offers competitive hourly pay and excellent benefits from day one, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement. If you're committed to safety and efficiency, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing or related fields preferred.
• Ability to work safely with hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Directs and stages materials using proper handling equipment.
• Conducts cycle counts and maintains inventory accuracy.
• Ensures all job functions are performed safely.

Skills

General mechanical proficiency

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered industrial trucks

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

How Will You Make an Impact?:

Now is an exciting time to join our Distribution team, a team dedicated to ensuring our customers receive the products they need to achieve their scientific goals – quickly, reliably, and safely. Our Bridgewater, NJ site is ramping up to meet customer demand. If you believe in working the right way for the right reason join our growing team today!

A Day in the Life:

• Directs, stages and places all material in or outside the building, using proper material handling equipment.
• Conducts systematic cycle counts in the distribution center in conjunction with physical stock checks.
• Unloads, verifies, sorts, separates, locates and properly documents (filing) all material. Responsible for inventory accuracy.
• Responsible for maintaining assigned equipment clean and in good working order.
• Will be expected to perform all job functions in a safe and responsible manner. Expected to keep all work areas clean and orderly.
• Expected to do all possible to minimize downtime and material losses.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

• Preferred: Minimum of 2 years of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field.
• Preferred: Experience with powered industrial trucks.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Dedicated to working in the safest manner possible.
• General mechanical proficiency.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Candidate must be comfortable working in an environment with hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Ability to work alternately in a seated or standing position is required.

What We Offer:

Compensation:

• Competitive Hourly Pay Rate.
• Additional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions.

Excellent Benefits:

• Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific
• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1.
• Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays.
• Retirement Savings Plan.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Career Advancement Opportunities.