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Lead Material Handler
ThermoFisher Scientific • Suwanee, GA 30024 • Posted 19 days ago
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In-person • Full-time • $24.00/hr • Mid Level
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As a Lead Material Handler at ThermoFisher Scientific, you will coordinate daily operations including receiving, packing, and shipping customer orders, assign tasks to the team, and ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards. This role requires physical activity such as lifting up to 75lbs and operating material handling equipment. You will also conduct safety walkthroughs, assist with inventory shortages, and support office staff with shipping processes.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate daily operations with receiving, packing, and shipping customer orders.
- Assign daily tasks to the team and assist wherever necessary to complete daily tasks.
- Ability to lift up to 75lbs consistently while packing export orders.
- Assist in loading trucks/containers
- Conduct weekly Gemba and Safety walkthroughs and address any issues noted for resolution.
- Work with the warehouse inventory team regarding any shortages.
- Assure orders are packed according to DOT/IATA and IMDG regulations.
- Assure each team member is adhering to all safety policies within the warehouse.
- Assist office staff with packing instructions, data entry, keying in packed orders and processing daily shipments while using DHL, FedEx, or UPS websites.
Qualifications
Required
- 3+ years of experience packaging goods for global distribution and warehouse experience.
- 3+ years of experience as a lead supporting other associates.
- 3+ years of experience operating material handling equipment (i.e., forklift)
- Must be computer literate in MS Office, Excel, or other relevant packages.
- Detailed oriented with good written and communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and evaluate work requirements to satisfy internal and external customers.
Preferred
- High school graduate or GED / Associates or BA/BS degree
- HAZMAT packing certified (DOT/IATA/IMDG).
- Must have a high sense of urgency and complete the daily workload.
About ThermoFisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a multinational biotechnology company that provides a wide range of products and services in the scientific research and diagnostics industry. They offer scientific instruments, laboratory equipment, diagnostic testing solutions, and more to customers worldwide in industries such as pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, healthcare, academia, and environmental research. Thermo Fisher Scientific is known for its high-quality products, robust R&D capabilities, and strategic acquisitions that have solidified its position as a leader in the market.
Full Job Description
First Shift (Days)
**Environmental Conditions**
Standing for full shift
**Job Description**
**Job Title** : Group Lead Global Export
**Warehouse Colleague II** - Starting pay 24.00 per hour plus annual bonus and full benefits on day 1!
When you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work, and you'll be valued and recognized for your performance. With dedicated managers and encouraging coworkers to support you, you'll find the resources and chances to create meaningful contributions.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Coordinate daily operations with receiving, packing, and shipping customer orders.
+ Assign daily tasks to the team and assist wherever necessary to complete daily tasks.
+ Ability to lift up to 75lbs consistently while packing export orders.
+ Assist in loading trucks/containers
+ Conduct weekly Gemba and Safety walkthroughs and address any issues noted for resolution.
+ Work with the warehouse inventory team regarding any shortages.
+ Assure orders are packed according to DOT/IATA and IMDG regulations.
+ Assure each team member is adhering to all safety policies within the warehouse.
+ Assist office staff with packing instructions, data entry, keying in packed orders and processing daily shipments while using DHL, FedEx, or UPS websites.
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ 3+ years of experience packaging goods for global distribution and warehouse experience.
+ 3 + years of experience as a lead supporting other associates.
+ 3 + years of experience operating material handling equipment (i.e., forklift)
+ Must be computer literate in MS Office, Excel, or other relevant packages.
+ Detailed oriented with good written and communication skills
+ Ability to prioritize and evaluate work requirements to satisfy internal and external customers.
+ **Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Education: High school graduate or GED / Associates or BA/BS degree
+ HAZMAT packing certified (DOT/IATA/IMDG).
+ Must have a high sense of urgency and complete the daily workload.
This position **has not** been approved for Relocation Assistance
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.
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