Chemical Management Specialist II

Thermo Fisher Scientific • West Point, PA

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About The Position

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Unity Lab Services Chemical Management team, which provides integrated laboratory services, support, and supply management tailored to customers’ needs. The Chemical Management Specialist manages chemical inventory and helps ensure laboratories remain stocked, compliant, and efficient. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; overtime may be necessary. The role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, including laboratory and warehouse environments, and handling hazardous or toxic materials under applicable safety and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) standards. Pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test, is required, along with any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of customer-service experience in a laboratory, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach.
• Ability to read and understand SDS documentation and DOT labeling requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Able to lift 40 pounds without assistance; the role regularly requires lifting 30–40 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to use pushcarts and forklifts to move loads up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to complete required pre-employment and customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging.

Responsibilities

• Verify chemical inventory levels, locations, and expiration dates through bench audits and full-cycle counts using barcode scanners.
• Receive, inspect, label, and store incoming chemical shipments according to compatibility guidelines and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
• Pick, pack, and stage chemical orders for distribution or disposal while maintaining accuracy and following storage protocols.
• Read and interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to apply appropriate handling, storage, and spill-response procedures.
• Identify and help resolve discrepancies in chemical handling, storage conditions, or inventory records.
• Collaborate with Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and team members to uphold safety standards, improve workflows, and train new team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare
• Paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• A range of employee benefits
• Career and development prospects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED