Lab Support Specialist II

Job Opportunity At Thermo Fisher Scientific

Work Schedule: Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions: Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Laboratory Setting, 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, 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: How do we make an impact? Join our dedicated team in Unity Lab Services as a Lab Support Specialist, where we provide seamless support tailored to our customers' unique needs. We're seeking an organized individual to handle lab support operations, including glass wash and package delivery. You'll be the primary point of contact for lab personnel, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all support activities.

What will you do?

• Perform laboratory services such as order delivery, glassware processing, and biological waste processing
• Perform specific tasks associated with labware operations, including precision cleaning and sterilization through autoclaving
• Collect used labware/materials from various labs and ensure dedicated points of use are fully restocked
• Partner with clients to understand their labware and material needs, providing timely support and ensuring stock availability
• Follow well-defined procedures as outlined by Best Practices, SOPs & Work Instructions
• Maintain accurate records of inventory and support activities.
• May perform other duties as assigned by management.

How will you get here?

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience: 1+ year experience with material handling required Good x Practice (GxP) environment or laboratory setting experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment: The role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline. Personal protective equipment, such as lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, and steel-toe shoes, is often required. The position requires regular lifting of 30-40 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts to move up to 100 lbs. Standing, walking, reaching, and bending are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments. Overtime work may also be necessary.

Benefits: We offer competitive remuneration, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

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