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Warehouse Associate I

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Warehouse Associate I

Rockford, IL

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degrees, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Location/Division Specific Information

This position is a part of LSG Operations and is located in Rockford, IL.

Discover Impactful Work:

Responsible for picking, packing and shipping protein biology products safely, accurately and efficiently in a team-oriented warehouse environment.

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A Day in the Life:

  • Pick, pack and ship dangerous goods/hazmat, temperature sensitive and non-dangerous goods/hazmat products for domestic and international shipments.
  • Understand and follow regulations for shipping dangerous goods/hazmat products by ground, sea and air.
  • Accurately perform daily cycle count activities
  • Participate in safety gembas and initiatives
  • Work safely by following all PPE requirements and safe work practices
  • Follow Kanban rules
  • Apply 5S principles and sustain them
  • Follow Standard Work, SOP's and apply best practices
  • Cross train to perform business critical warehouse functions
  • Learn and pass required Dangerous Goods/Hazmat Processing Training
  • Identify and participate in continuous improvement initiatives
  • Work in a team environment, and promote a positive, collaborative atmosphere
  • Participate in tier board discussions and activities
  • Operate PIT equipment
  • Other duties as assigned

Keys to Success:

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

  • Requires a minimum of 0-2 years related experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Use an RF Scanner/Unit
  • Safely handle dry ice
  • Introductory-to-intermediate problem-solving ability in a team-oriented environment
  • Basic computer skills to interact with Shipping Software and ERP programs

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  • Work in multiple temperature environments, for short periods of time, on a regular basis (-20C and 4C)
  • Operate a forklifts and aerial lifts
  • Walking/ standing 90% of the time
  • Move and lift up to 30 pounds on a regular basis and 50 pounds on an occasional basis
  • Ability to work some overtime, as needed

Client-provided location(s): Rockford, IL, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01278618
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program