Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Various outside weather conditions, Warehouse

Job Description

Job Description: Warehouse Technician II

Position Summary:

The Warehouse Technician is responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient handling of materials within the facility. This role ensures proper receipt, storage, movement, and shipment of finished goods and work-in-process (WIP) products while maintaining strict adherence to Thermo Fisher Scientific safety, quality, and operational excellence standards.

The Warehouse Technician plays a critical role in inventory accuracy, product integrity, and on-time delivery by executing material handling processes with precision and urgency.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Compliance

• Operate all equipment, including industrial Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs), in a safe and compliant manner at all times.

• Follow all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies, procedures, and training requirements.

• Perform daily safety inspections of equipment and report any issues immediately.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment (5S standards).

• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) consistently.

Material Handling & Inventory Management

• Accurately put away incoming stock, including finished goods and work-in-process materials, into designated storage locations.

• Ensure proper stock rotation (FIFO/FEFO where applicable).

• Maintain accurate inventory records through system transactions and physical verification.

Order Fulfillment & Shipping

• Pull materials according to pick slips, ensuring correct part number, lot number, and quantity.

• Verify all picked items for accuracy prior to staging or shipment.

• Communicate accurate product and order details to processing personnel in a timely manner.

• Prepare materials for shipment, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements.

Labeling & Documentation

• Generate and apply accurate labels for outgoing products, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.

• Verify labeling accuracy, including part numbers, lot numbers, and quantities.

• Complete all required documentation accurately and promptly.

Transportation & Equipment Operation

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other PIV equipment safely and efficiently.

• Drive company vehicles on-site as needed to transport materials between locations.

Quality & Operational Excellence

• Adhere to all quality standards and procedures to ensure product integrity.

• Identify and report discrepancies, damaged goods, or process deviations.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, and productivity.

Timeliness & Communication

• Execute tasks with a strong sense of urgency to meet operational deadlines.

• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and cross-functional partners.

• Escalate issues promptly to ensure minimal disruption to operations.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• 1+ years of experience

• Ability to operate or become certified on Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIVs).

• Basic computer skills and ability to work within inventory management systems.

• Ability to read and interpret pick slips, labels, and shipping documents.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous warehouse or logistics experience in a regulated environment.

• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).

• Prior forklift or PIV certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 lbs.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching.

• Ability to operate warehouse equipment safely.

Work Environment

• Warehouse and manufacturing environment.

• Exposure to moving equipment and materials.

• Requires adherence to strict safety and quality standards.

Core Competencies

• Safety First Mindset

• Quality & Compliance Focus

• Attention to Detail

• Accountability & Ownership

• Team Collaboration

• Sense of Urgency

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 100,000+ extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Excellent Benefits
Medical benefits
Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
Employee Referral Bonus
Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $15.85–$23.77.

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

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards