Chemical Management Specialist II

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Indianapolis, IN

5d•$18 - $22

About The Position

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Chemical Management Specialist to join the Chemical Management team within Unity Lab Services. The team provides integrated laboratory services, support, and supply management tailored to customers’ needs. The role manages chemical inventory and helps ensure laboratories remain stocked, compliant, and operationally efficient. It primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens such as penicillin and tetracycline. The position requires frequent standing, walking, and manual handling of chemical containers, sometimes in varied temperature environments. Overtime may be necessary. Employment is conditional on successfully completing Thermo Fisher Scientific’s pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test, and 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 and organizational skills, with a safety-first approach.
Ability to read and understand SDS documentation and DOT labeling requirements.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to regularly lift 30–40 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to use pushcarts and forklifts to move loads of up to 100 lbs.
Ability to meet required pre-employment and customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements.

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 DOT regulations.
Pick, pack, and stage chemical orders for distribution or disposal, maintaining accuracy and following storage protocols.
Read and interpret Safety Data Sheets (SDS) to follow 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.