Material Handler II Repack

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

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.

Location/Division Specific Information:

As a Material Handler in the Repack team at our Heysham site you will play a crucial role in our manufacturing and distribution processes ensuring the efficient handling and movement of materials for our cell culture media production.

How Will You Make an Impact:

You will contribute to the manufacture of cell culture media for use in the biotech industry carrying out chemical processing of raw media through to final packaged product using semi-automated packaging equipment. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety will ensure the quality and integrity of our products.

What You Will Do:

• Arrive to work on time and work during scheduled hours including additional overtime as needed

• Follow all written procedures and report any discrepancies to the Area Supervisor

• Maintain good personal hygiene and wear designated uniform and Personal Protective Equipment as required

• Perform all work activities safely maintaining a clean and organized work area

• Efficiently and safely operate assigned machinery performing simple maintenance and reporting malfunctions immediately

• Accurately pick UK and Export shipments from relevant warehouses reporting any unacceptable items

• Pack samples for transport to ensure physical and thermal integrity

• Participate in the collation of Export Shipments ensuring accurate loading and completion of paperwork

• Handle fine chemicals in bulk quantities or prepacks in accordance with Chemical Exposure Management (CEM) regulations

• Maintain good stock levels of consumables in your working area and understand the requisition procedure

• Participate in inventory processes including cycle count audits and physical inventories

• Investigate and resolve Not on Location (NOL) missing items

• Maintain up-to- date records and paperwork necessary for the role

• Comply with site security policies and environmental and quality procedures

• Participate in Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing activities

REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

• High School Diploma Secondary Education Advanced Certificate or equivalent required

Experience:

• No previous work experience required

• Preferred: Experience in distribution warehouse supply chain or related field

• Preferred: Experience with powered industrial trucks (order pickers/forklifts)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Good verbal and written English communication skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent interpersonal and team- building skills

• Analytical problem- solving skills and ability to communicate complex ideas simply

• Proficiency in PC skills particularly spreadsheets and ERP/MRP systems

• Ability to follow instructions precisely and work independently

• Understanding of Third- Party Systems such as courier services and MSDS

• Ability to apply principles of logic to define opportunities collect data establish facts and draw conclusions

Physical Requirements / Work Environment:

• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/move materials as required for the role

• Work in a warehouse/manufacturing environment with exposure to chemicals and use of safety equipment