Distribution Supervisor

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Chino, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll contribute to warehouse operations with direct impact on making the world healthier, cleaner and safer. As Distribution Supervisor, you'll oversee daily logistics operations while developing a collaborative team focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence. You'll manage receiving, storage, picking, packing and shipping activities to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment for our customers who are working on scientific research and healthcare initiatives. Using Lean methodology and our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) system, you'll support continuous improvement and optimize workflows while maintaining rigorous compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in warehouse operations including 2+ years of supervisory/leadership experience
• Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and lean methodologies
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and shipping regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various temperature environments (ambient, cold storage, freezer)
• Ability to work different shifts and occasional overtime as needed
• Valid forklift certification required or ability to obtain
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance
• Experience managing inventory accuracy and cycle counting programs

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics or related field
• Industry certifications like APICS, LEAN, Six Sigma are a plus
• Experience with cGMP, ISO and regulatory compliance preferred
• Multiple language abilities a plus

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily logistics operations
• Develop a collaborative team focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence
• Manage receiving, storage, picking, packing and shipping activities
• Ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment
• Support continuous improvement and optimize workflows
• Maintain rigorous compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements

Benefits

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level