Material Handler II - Second Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Stafford Springs, CT

13h • $16 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Second Shift Material Handler Stafford Springs, CT P osition Summary The Material Handler is responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant movement of packaging materials, finished goods, work-in-process materials, and scrap/recycle materials throughout the facility. This role supports production and warehouse operations by ensuring accurate material flow, inventory control, and adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of experience required
• Basic math and reading skills
• Basic inventory and cycle counting knowledge.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in a warehouse and/ or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Move raw materials, parts, work-in-process, and finished goods to designated areas using appropriate equipment and PPE.
• Store and issue packaging materials to support production and shipping requirements.
• Wrap, strap, and prepare skids for safe storage and transportation.
• Move scrap and recyclable materials to appropriate disposal or recycling areas.
• Perform inventory transactions (IC and/or IT) and maintain accurate material tracking within systems.
• Conduct cycle counts of raw materials, parts, and work-in-process inventory as .
• Report inventory discrepancies promptly to supervision.
• Observe all plant, EHS, and safety rules and report unsafe conditions or equipment issues , including completing daily PIV safety checklist .
• May require the h andl ing of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready warehouse in accordance with 5S standards.
• Communicate with supervision regarding safety concerns, equipment issues, or operational challenges.
• Provide support if needed during manpower shortages or high-volume workload periods.
• Perform additional duties or training assignments as directed by leadership.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED