Distribution Technician I

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Breinigsville, PA

11d

About The Position

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a motivated Distribution Technician to support distribution and warehouse operations. The role helps enable customers to improve health, cleanliness, and safety while supporting research, scientific innovation, and patients. The technician applies Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), follows Standard Operating Procedures, and performs basic-skill-level order picking, packing, shipping, and warehouse tasks. The position works on the second shift (afternoons) in a warehouse environment that may include loud equipment and machinery, GMP safety requirements, refrigerated conditions, and required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience; a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
Must pass a TSA background check.
Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds and a maximum of 75 pounds and use pallet jacks.
Ability to spend extended periods walking and standing, entering order data, and handling inventory items.
Basic computer proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and significant data-entry ability.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to work in a refrigerated environment with appropriate PPE.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of work experience in distribution, warehousing, supply chain, or a related field.
Experience with powered industrial trucks, such as order pickers or forklifts.
Forklift experience.
Prior distribution or warehouse experience.
Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices.
Prior pharmaceutical or clinical logistics experience.

Responsibilities

Apply Good Manufacturing Practices in all areas of responsibility.
Demonstrate the company mission and values.
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures.
Pick, pack, and ship distribution orders requiring a basic skill level.
Screen shipments for unauthorized devices in accordance with TSA requirements.
Complete distribution and warehouse system transactions.
Process orders according to priorities set by the Distribution Leader or Supervisor to meet receipt dates.
Verify accurate storage conditions and temperature monitoring of shipments.
Load couriers’ trucks using pallet jacks.
Identify opportunities to improve overall quality and efficiency.
Participate in daily management and 5S activities.
Ensure inventory is accurately and safely stored.
Maintain warehouse safety, security, neatness, and organization.