Lead Sample Management Specialist

Job description

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, 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, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials 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:   Through Unity Lab Services, we offer integrated lab services, support, and supply management with customized service offerings and world-class experts to address our customers' unique laboratory business needs. Our inventory management specialists use our intuitive electronic systems and mobile scanning tools to ensure orders move efficiently from dock to desk.    A day in the Life:   • Management and tracking of the daily samples delivered to the site.  • Process outbound shipments using validated shipping containers, and continuous temperature monitoring devices. Shipments may include IATA DOT hazardous materials  • Serve as sample clerks dedicated to the QC Labs. The responsibilities of ULS will include but are not limited to:  • Receiving samples, track laboratory reference standard and biological indicator needs and ordering.  • Inspecting and checking-in samples through customer LIMS system and storing in qualified locations, transferring samples and supporting disposal.  • Audit sample inventory routinely, support quarterly cleaning of fridges/freezers, and chemical inventory disposal, and other inspection readiness activities as needed  • Ensure ALCOA+ documentation at all times, complete all site required training, and follow safety, hazard, and PPE requirements  • Organize and maintain sample management area including Aliquoting suite using lean practices, establish standard work for product families and workstreams  • Use handheld RF scanners and mobile app for replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and backorder processing.   • Own customer interactions via email and phone, assisting internal partners to resolve questions and build trust.   • Lead site-level projects, define action plans, and drive timely completion. Participate in presentations and business reviews with clear insights and recommendations.   • Serve as a trainer and SME, developing and delivering training materials.   • Monitor stock levels, recognize events, troubleshoot process failures, and perform root cause analysis.   • May perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.   Keys to Success:   Education   High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree preferred.   Experience   3+ years of experience in customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse operations, or inventory control roles.    Experience/Certification with ULSIM and DFO/MF systems, and PowerBI is preferred.   Knowledge, Skills, Abilities   •