Sr Inventory Management Specialist - 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Foster City, CA

2d•$20 - $28

About The Position

Through Unity Lab Services, Thermo Fisher Scientific provides integrated laboratory services, support, and supply management tailored to customers’ laboratory needs. Inventory Management Specialists use electronic systems and mobile scanning tools to move orders efficiently from dock to desk. This role primarily involves working independently at customer sites and maintaining accurate, organized inventory while supporting customers and internal partners. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The listed wage is $27.80 per hour plus a 10% shift differential. The role is based in California, where the estimated hourly pay range is $20.23–$27.90; the position may also be eligible for a variable annual bonus. The work may take place in laboratory, warehouse, office, cold-room, and freezer environments, including areas with chemical-based allergens. PPE is often required. Overtime may be necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
2–3 years of customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse, or inventory-control experience.
Confidence using RF handheld scanners or mobile scanning apps and basic Microsoft Office tools.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills, particularly via email, and a friendly, solution-focused approach.
Self-starter with attention to detail, accountability, and teamwork.
Ability to regularly lift 30–40 lbs, occasionally lift up to 50 lbs, and use equipment such as pushcarts and forklifts to move items up to 100 lbs.
Ability to stand, walk, and perform manual material handling frequently, sometimes in varied temperature environments.
Ability to work in areas that may include chemical-based allergens and to wear required PPE.
Successful completion of Thermo Fisher pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test, and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements.

Responsibilities

Use handheld RF scanners and a mobile app for replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, and backorder processing.
Receive and inspect shipments, scan and store items, and maintain cycle counts to keep inventory records current.
Respond to customer questions primarily by email, follow up by phone, and assist internal partners in resolving questions and building trust.
Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to propose and implement workflow improvements.
Maintain safety and organization standards by following site guidelines and wearing required PPE.
Monitor stock levels and flag gaps or issues to help prevent operational impacts.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare, including national medical and dental plans and a national vision plan with health incentive programs.
Paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits.
At least 120 hours of paid time off annually.
Paid parental leave: 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.
Accident and life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with an opportunity for eligible colleagues to purchase company stock at a discount.
Potential eligibility for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance.