Distribution Supervisor (Tampa, FL)

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses gowning gloves lab coat ear plugs etc.) Warehouse Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team youll 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 worlds toughest challenges like protecting the environment making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION:
At Thermo Fisher Scientific youll contribute to warehouse operations with direct impact on making the world healthier cleaner and safer. As Distribution Supervisor youll oversee daily logistics operations while developing a collaborative team focused on safety quality and operational excellence. Youll manage receiving storage picking packing and shipping activities to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment for our customers who are working on scientific research and healthcare initiatives. Using Lean methodology and our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) system youll support continuous improvement and optimize workflows while maintaining rigorous compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience or Bachelors Degree plus 5 years of experience in warehouse operations including 2 years of supervisory/leadership experience
Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management Business Administration Logistics or related field
Industry certifications like APICS LEAN Six Sigma are a plus
Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (SAP Oracle etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite
Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and lean methodologies
Experience with cGMP ISO and regulatory compliance preferred
Excellent communication interpersonal and team leadership skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and shipping regulations
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various temperature environments (ambient cold storage freezer)
Ability to work different shifts and occasional overtime as needed
Valid forklift certification required or ability to obtain
Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance
Experience managing inventory accuracy and cycle counting programs
Multiple language abilities a plus