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Our summary
- Work mode
- On-site, Oxford
- Contract
- Full-time


Skills
Nice to have
The role
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.
Job Description
Working directly at our customer's laboratory in Milton Park, Oxfordshire, you will play a critical role in supporting researchers and scientists by delivering high-quality laboratory support services.
As a Material Handler based in Milton Park, UK, you'll contribute to managing lab operations while representing Thermo Fisher Scientific's mission to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. You'll handle inventory management, laboratory support services, and customer service with precision and care. You'll maintain stockrooms, manage chemical inventories, process lab materials, and ensure smooth operations while adhering to safety protocols and quality standards. Through attention to detail and commitment to service excellence, you'll help advance scientific discovery by supporting efficient lab operations.
How you'll work
Standard (Mon-Fri)
8:00 - 4:30 (flexible with start and end times)
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Location
Milton Park
Work Arrangement
Full-time, on-site position. Candidates should be within a reasonable commuting distance of Milton Park
Requirements
- Preferably 1 year experience required in warehouse, logistics, or customer service environment but not mandatory. Other experiences will be considered.
- Experience in GMP/GLP environment preferred
- Proficiency with inventory management systems and handheld scanners
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office suite
- Physical ability to lift/push/pull 30-40 lbs regularly, up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Ability to stand/walk for extended periods
- Willingness to wear required PPE including lab coats, safety glasses, steel-toe shoes
- May require operation of material handling equipment
- Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
- Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated organizational and multitasking capabilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
- Must maintain confidentiality and uphold company values
Hiring process
Online application
Interview with a Recruiter
With a Recruiter · Phone call
Text, phone/video, or onsite interview with a Recruiter, 15-60 minutes.
Interview with Hiring Manager
With a Hiring Manager · Phone call
Phone/video or onsite interview with the Hiring Manager, 30-60 minutes.
Interview with the hiring team
With 1-5 members of the hiring team · In person
Onsite or video interview with 1-5 members of the hiring team.
- The online application should take less than 15 minutes.
- Candidates with special requirements can contact the company for accommodations during the steps.
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