Lab Support Specialist II - 1st Shift

Job description

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift Job Description When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.  Discover Impactful Work:  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 glasswash, garment management, and gas/dry ice management. You'll be the primary point of contact for lab personnel, ensuring compliance and efficiency in all support activities.   A day in the Life:  • Perform specific tasks associated with labware operations, including precision cleaning, inventory management, quality control, and sterilization through autoclaving   • Collect used labware/materials from various labs and ensure dedicated points of use are fully restocked   • Handle gas, garment, and dry ice management, ensuring a consistent supply and safe storage of these materials.  • 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.  Keys to Success:  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.   • As a condition of your employment with Thermo Fisher Scientific, you must successfully complete and satisfy Thermo Fisher’s pre-employment screening (including background check and drug t