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Sr. Inventory Management Specialist - 1st Shift

ThermoFisher Scientific

West Greenwich, RIFull-time$18.45–25.6/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18.45–25.6/hr
Location
West Greenwich, RI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

ThermoFisher Scientific is hiring a Sr. Inventory Management Specialist - 1st Shift. The Inventory Management Specialist at Thermo Fisher Scientific's Unity Lab Services ensures efficient order movement from dock to desk using electronic systems and mobile scanning tools. This role involves managing inventory, responding to customer inquiries via email and phone, and collaborating with teammates to improve workflows. The specialist also upholds safety standards and monitors stock levels to prevent operational impacts.

Key focus areas include Use handheld RF scanners and 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 guarantee up-to-date inventory records, and Own customer interactions—respond via email, follow up by phone, and assist internal partners to resolve questions and build trust.

Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, 2-3 Years Customer-Facing Inventory Experience, and Must Complete Pre-Employment Screening. Important skills include RF Handheld Scanners, Mobile Scanning Apps, Microsoft Office, Verbal English Communication, Written English Communication, and Solution-Focused Approach.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

RF Handheld ScannersMobile Scanning AppsMicrosoft OfficeVerbal English CommunicationWritten English CommunicationSolution-Focused ApproachSelf-StarterAttention to DetailAccountabilityCollaboration

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent2-3 Years Customer-Facing Experience2-3 Years Retail Stocking Experience2-3 Years Warehouse Experience2-3 Years Inventory-Control ExperienceAble to Lift 40 Lbs Without AssistanceAble to Lift 30-40 Lbs RegularlyAble to Lift Up to 50 Lbs OccasionallyAble to Move Up to 100 Lbs Using EquipmentSuccessfully Complete Pre-Employment ScreeningSuccessfully Complete Background CheckSuccessfully Complete Drug Test

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Medical Insurance

Full job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance

Job Description

Pay Range: $18.45 to $25.60

1st Shift Monday to Friday - 8:00AM to 5:00PM - Flexible

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

Discover Impactful Work:

Through Unity Lab Services, we offer integrated lab services, support, and supply management with customized service offerings and world-class experts to address our customers' unique laboratory business needs. Our inventory management specialists use our intuitive electronic systems and mobile scanning tools to ensure orders move efficiently from dock to desk.

A day in the Life:

  • Use handheld RF scanners and our mobile app to perform replenishments, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry, returns, andbackorderprocessing

  • Receive and inspect shipments, scan and store items, andmaintaincycle counts to guarantee up-to-date inventory records

  • Own customer interactions—respond via email (our primary channel), follow up by phone, andassistinternal partners to resolve questions and build trust

  • Collaborate with supervisors and teammates to propose and implement improvements that streamline daily workflows

  • Uphold safety and organization standards in every work area by following site guidelines and wearing required PPE

  • Proactivelymonitorstock levels and flag gaps or issues to prevent operational impacts

  • May perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor

Keys to Success:

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

2–3 years of customer-facing, retail stocking, warehouse, or inventory-control experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Confident 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

  • A self-starter who thrives with detail, accountability, and teamwork

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  • The role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline.

  • Personal protective equipment, such as lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, and steel-toe shoes, is oftenrequired.

  • The position requires regular lifting of 30-40lbs(up to 50lbsoccasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts to move up to 100 lbs.

  • Standing, walking, and manual material handling are frequent activities, sometimes invaried temperatureenvironments.

  • Overtime work may also be necessary.

  • As a condition of your employment withThermoFisher Scientific, you must successfully complete and satisfyThermoFisher’s pre-employment screening (including background check and drug test) and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements. Customer requirements may differ from or exceedThermoFisher’s criteria.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive healthcare, paid Holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

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.

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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.

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