Lead Material Handler

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Frederick, MD

7d • $22 - $33

About The Position

The Lead Material Handler manages warehouse operations with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. The role supports operational excellence by coordinating daily activities, maintaining accurate inventory, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. It guides and develops team members and fosters continuous improvement through Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives. Warehouse processes include receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping materials, including common supplies, sensitive scientific products, hazardous materials, and temperature-controlled items.

The schedule is second shift, 10:30 a.m.–9:00 p.m. The position is based in Maryland, and the estimated hourly pay range is $21.76–$32.63. It may also be eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance.

Requirements

• At least 4 years of warehouse operations experience, including 1 or more years in a leadership capacity.
• Forklift certification and experience operating powered industrial equipment.
• Strong computer proficiency, including warehouse management systems, ERP software such as SAP or Oracle, and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of inventory control procedures and warehouse safety regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs and work in various temperature environments.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to guide and support team members on procedures and safety protocols.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record when required.
• Proficiency in English.
• Ability to work in a cold-chain environment.
• High school diploma or GED required.

Nice To Haves

• Study in logistics, operations, or a related field.
• Additional certifications in hazardous materials handling (DOT/IATA/IMDG).
• Experience in cGMP/GxP-regulated environments.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean, 5S, and Kaizen.
• Additional languages.

Responsibilities

• Manage warehouse operations with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Coordinate daily warehouse activities and maintain accurate inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Guide and develop team members, supporting them on procedures and safety protocols.
• Foster continuous improvement through Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives.
• Manage receiving, storing, picking, packing, and shipping processes for common supplies, sensitive scientific products, hazardous materials, and temperature-controlled items.

Benefits

• 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 of paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Paid parental leave, including 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.
• 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), offering eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
• Potential eligibility for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results.

What This Job Offers

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