Lab Support Specialist

Job Opportunity At Thermo Fisher Scientific

Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions: Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

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.

Location/Division Specific Information

Unity Lab Services offers a single source for coordinated 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? Lead all aspects of the daily workflow for a small team to ensure excellent customer service. Perform laboratory support in GMP and Non GMP lab environments. Coordinate the coordination of laboratory instrument and equipment cleaning, calibration and maintenance services to ensure accurate operation and compliance. Maintenance and monitoring of environmental chambers to ensure continued operation within specified parameters. Monitoring of temperature-controlled environments, including excursion protocols. May track lab equipment information including calibration schedules, open work orders, and equipment status using Computerized Maintenance Management System (CCMS). Maintain and report metric data for work performed. Sample inventory, process sample requests and initialization activities including receiving, storage, distributing and disposal. Stock and maintain inventory for consumables and equipment components. Maintaining calibration records. Perform on-site program replenishments and disbursements. Participate in individual or group projects that can include coordinating space, cost savings analysis, learning groups, writing job training methods, and leading team meetings. Deliver on committed contractual scope of work. Assist with tracking business metrics. Liaise between customers and Thermo Fisher Scientific; Coordinate onsite vendor escorting, customer visits, and identify savings. Implement SOPs, conduct site audits, and assist with completion of annual physical inventory. Drive process improvement culture by supporting Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives. Represent Thermo Fisher Scientific at all times throughout customer locations, professionally and positively. Be involved with and support safety programs such as hazard identification, conduct inspections and incident reporting/investigations as required. May perform other responsibilities as assigned by management.

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree or equivalent experience in a related field preferred, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required skills. Military Service/Training in lieu of a degree may also be considered. Experience: 2+ years of related dynamic, proven experience in a laboratory setting required Experience working in Good x Practice (GxP) environment and laboratory setting required, knowledge of OSHA General Industry requirements are also a plus. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Customer service and presentation abilities and social skills are required to lead and improve team culture. Strong verbal and written communication skills. This includes maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor in all interactions and upholding Thermo Fisher Scientific's values, including confidentiality. Demonstrates computer proficiency and possesses intermediate skills in Microsoft Office suite of software. Possesses strong analytical abilities to problem solve, make timely decisions, re-balance priorities, and coordinate multiple overlapping priorities, while functioning in a fast-paced work environment. Ability to work overtime as required and respond to afterhours alerts.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Requires the ability to lift, push, and pull 30-40 pounds consistently; lift 50 pounds occasionally, including operation and use of pushcarts, pallet jacks, forklifts, etc. Regularly required to stand or walk for prolonged periods. Work areas may include spaces where chemical-based allergens are in use (penicillin, tetracycline, etc.). Depending on the area of the building, personal protective equipment may be required. Ability to work overtime, as needed.

Benefits

Remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits are provided. Thermo Fisher Scientific provides employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and excellent career and development opportunities. A dynamic company culture is upheld, emphasizing integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $25.12–$37.67. 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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.