Repository Technician II - Days
About The Position
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. Location/Division Specific Information: This position is within the Fisher BioServices business unit of Thermo Fisher Scientific. The Operations Technician 2 is responsible for the receipt, inventory, storage, withdrawal and shipment of biological specimens, samples, clinical agents, and materials from multiple commercial and government clients. These materials are stored at temperatures ranging from ambient (room temperature) to -196°C with potentially hazardous properties. This position uses database applications and standard precautionary procedures to work independently, be self-directed, communicate effectively, and use good judgment when making decisions. Internal or external client interaction occurs under the guidance of experienced professional or technical staff. This position may also participate in the assembly of kits and label printing. As a Technician 2, this position requires applying acquired skills with some complexity and working knowledge of technical, operative or administrative methods and practices found within the repository industry. How Will You Make an Impact?: At Fisher BioServices, we specialize in the management of critical biological materials in support for the advancement of cell therapy, high value biologics, and population-based public health research. We provide customized end-to-end chain of custody solutions for our large pharmaceutical clients and partners in academia and government, ensuring the integrity and efficacy of their valued material from the manufacturer to the bedside. Fisher BioServices is a brand of Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science. A Day in the Life: Receive, process, inventory, and store biological specimens and clinical materials in temperature-controlled environments ranging from room temperature to ultra-low cryogenic storage (-196°C), while following strict safety and quality procedures. Manage specimen movements using specialized database systems, ensuring accurate tracking, documentation, retrieval, and shipment of client materials with a high level of attention to detail and independent decision-making. Support daily repository operations by preparing shipments, assembling kits, printing labels, and collaborating with team members and clients to maintain efficient and compliant sample management processes.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 1 year of work experience with data entry, shipping/receiving, sample management or related field.
- IATA Dangerous Goods Training.
- Blood Borne Pathogens Training.
- Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
- Working knowledge of cold storage facilities.
- Ability to work in cold conditions for extended periods of time.
- Standing for extended periods of time
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Pharmacy Tech, preferred
- Several years of work experience in a biological sample repository with experience operating multiple inventory management systems.
Responsibilities
- Receive, process, inventory, and store biological specimens and clinical materials in temperature-controlled environments ranging from room temperature to ultra-low cryogenic storage (-196°C), while following strict safety and quality procedures.
- Manage specimen movements using specialized database systems, ensuring accurate tracking, documentation, retrieval, and shipment of client materials with a high level of attention to detail and independent decision-making.
- Support daily repository operations by preparing shipments, assembling kits, printing labels, and collaborating with team members and clients to maintain efficient and compliant sample management processes.
- Assembly of kits and label printing.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Performance Related Bonus where eligible
- Annual merit performance-based increase
- Medical benefits
- Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
