Sr. Inventory Management Specialist

Thermo Fisher Scientific•San Diego, CA

22h

About The Position

Through Unity Lab Services, Thermo Fisher Scientific provides integrated laboratory services, support, and supply management. Inventory Management Specialists use electronic systems and mobile scanning tools to ensure orders move efficiently from dock to desk. This role primarily works independently at customer sites in a laboratory setting, adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and site safety standards. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM PST. Overtime may be necessary. The position requires regular lifting of 30–40 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. Pushcarts and forklifts are used to move items weighing up to 100 pounds. Standing, walking, and manual material handling are frequent, and work may take place in varied temperature environments. Customer sites may include exposure to chemical-based allergens such as penicillin and tetracycline. Required PPE may include safety glasses, gowns, gloves, lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, ear plugs, and steel-toe shoes. Employment is conditional on successfully completing Thermo Fisher’s pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test, as well as any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements. The position offers an hourly pay range of $20.62–$30.94 in California and may be eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance.

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, especially via email, and a friendly, solution-focused approach.
Self-starter with attention to detail, accountability, and teamwork.
Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including frequent standing, walking, and manual material handling; regular lifting of 30–40 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds; and use of pushcarts and forklifts to move items up to 100 pounds.
Ability to adhere to GMP and safety standards and wear required PPE.
Successful completion of 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 to perform 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 up to date.
Respond to customer interactions 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 improvements that streamline daily workflows.
Maintain safety and organization standards by following site guidelines and wearing required PPE.
Monitor stock levels proactively and flag gaps or issues to prevent operational impacts.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
Paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits.
At least 120 hours of paid time off (PTO).
Paid parental leave, including 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.
Accident and life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offering eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
Possible variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results.