Team Leader, Distribution

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

ABOUT THERMO FISHER

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our distributed team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience will be considered.

Experience:

• At least 4 years warehousing experience with leadership experience
• Forklift reach truck license (preferable – Training can be provided)
• Dangerous goods knowledge and certification

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Management, analytical and conflict resolution skills
• Leadership in core values of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement.
• Able to lift or lower goods up to 50lbs. to or from waist level
• Positive and collaborative approach to supporting customers and achieving business objectives
• Proficient in SAP and MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Strong process & systems competence and knowledge.
• Extremely organized with an attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and a drive for results
• Ability to develop strong working relationships with staff, including other departments (Supply Chain, Regulatory and Customer Service).
• Motivated, willing to learn and able to work independently
• Flexible with hours of work and with assignment of varying tasks.
• Very Team oriented
  Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

• Perform inbound material handling processes required to receive and store products
• Outbound order picking, packing, inspection, goods issue and shipment documentation to ensure accurate delivery
• Process employee time records, absences, overtime, paid time off, etc. while maintaining proper staffing
• Coordinate inbound/outbound shipments with transportation partners
• Perform required warehouse tasks such as equipment maintenance, temperature control monitoring and recordkeeping as the business requires
• Operate the necessary equipment to complete warehouses processes (Pallet jack, Forklift)
• Support tiered meetings through leading at the tier 1 level and participating in higher tier meetings
• Perform daily/weekly/monthly inventory Cycle Count according to company guidelines
• Work collaboratively with warehouse and office staff to action any inventory related requests (Stock Checks, Warehouse Receiving/Picking errors etc.)
• Monitor daily inventory reports and troubleshoot discrepancies between stock and system records (WMS/Host comparison report, Expired Goods report, Bin Short report).
• Conduct safety and accident readiness training, following Thermo Fisher Scientific health and safety policies and procedures.
• Investigate and address all health and safety concerns raised by warehouse specialist(s)
• Conduct dangerous goods training for the safe handling and distribution of hazardous products
• Coordinate import and export activities, including communicating with customs brokers and/or internal trade compliance