Material Handler I Job at Thermo Fisher Scientific, Portage, MI

bHRYdDh3R2sxQXlhRU5JYmY2bFhYMDJQK2c9PQ==
  • Thermo Fisher Scientific
  • Portage, MI

Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, 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

Pay Rate : $18.00/hr

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.

How Will You Make an Impact?:

The Material Handler I supports operations by unloading, sorting, verifying receipts and storing materials withing the 2-8C cold room or ambient temperature locations. The position is responsible for receiving incoming materials, assisting outbound pick and pack operations, and ensuring accurate inventory across the site.

A Day in the Life:

  • Receiving, Sorting and Stocking picking and overflow locations throughout the warehouse

  • Assisting the outbound team with pick and pack operations

  • Maintain accurate inventory through receipts, adjustments, and cycle counts

  • Uncrating instruments received and preparing for distribution

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

  • Preferred: Experience in a FDA regulated distribution/warehouse environment

  • Required: Experience with forklifts, walkie stackers and pallet jacks

  • Required: 1-2 years experience picking, packing, sorting and receiving high volume of materials

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Ability to operate a forklift, scissor lift, and other similar equipment

  • Effective interpersonal and communication skills

  • Able to work independently and set priorities

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  • Able to handle chemicals, including hazardous materials

  • Frequently lift 50 lbs and occasionally lift more than 50 lbs with assistance

  • Must be available to work overtime, including weekends to support department as necessary

What We Offer

Compensation

  • Competitive Hourly Pay Rate

  • Annual performance-based bonus

  • Annual merit performance-based increase

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

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.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Temporary work, Shift work,

Similar Jobs

EssilorLuxottica

Sales Associate Macys LensCrafters Job at EssilorLuxottica

 ...better. Because continuing our legacy of the highest optical standards helps us innovate the future in optical care.LensCrafters and Macy's relationship is built around a shared mission of providing customers with the highest quality eye care, a passion for style and a... 

Uintah County UT

Proctor Job at Uintah County UT

Open: Aug. 21st, 2025Closes: Sept. 4th, 2025ProctorApplicants will oversee the virtual 25-hour Pre-license/General Contractor Course. This includes setting up the classroom for instruction and monitoring students for cheating or the use of unauthorized materials to ensure... 

Nightingale Nurses

Travel PICU Registered Nurse - $1,630 per week Job at Nightingale Nurses

 ...Nightingale Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina. Job Description & Requirements ~ Specialty: PICU - Pediatric Intensive Care ~ Discipline: RN ~ Start Date: 11/03/2025~... 

Youdo English

Online English Teacher (RMB250/hour) Job at Youdo English

We are now looking for part-time experienced business English teacher to help improve our students' ability of using English in a practical...  ... Target group: age 24+ young professionals Length: 1h each session Teaching style: 1-1 online communication via wechat or zoom

Sodexo

Healthcare Senior Procurement Contract Manager- HTM Job at Sodexo

 ...Powerful. Join a team as innovative as the technology we manage. This Position is REMOTE Sodexo Healthcare is seeking a Senior Manager - Contract...  ..., partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are...