Sr Site Specialist - Inventory/Lab Support - Evanston, IL
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Job Description

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.

Location/Division Specific Information

Northwestern University - Evanston, IL

Hours: M-F, 8am-4:30pm

How do we make an impact?

Unity Lab Services provides a single source for integrated lab service, support, and supply management. Our customized service offerings and world-class service experts have the flexibility and experience to uniquely address our customer's laboratory's business needs.

What will you do?

• Use inventory/order management electronic systems to perform the following activities: on-site program replenishments and disbursements, receiving, put-away, stock rotation, cycle counts, order entry and expediting, customer service call resolution, product returns, and backorder processing
  
• Perform laboratory services such as order delivery, glassware processing, biological waste processing, chemical inventory receipt/reconciliation, and media preparation
  
• Restocking of Vending Machine
  
• Analyzes/maintains/reconciles various reports to ensure contractual requirements are met
  
• Work within computer systems to access and follow standard operating procedures
  
• Proactively connect with the supervisor or Lead Site Specialist any customer concerns and/or potential problems
  
• Effectively address customer concerns within established resolution timeframes.
  
• Engage in process improvement activities
  
• May perform other responsibilities as assigned by management
  

How will you get here?

*Must be Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

*Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check to include drug screening.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Associate degree in a related field preferred, or a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required skills. Military Service/Training in lieu of a degree may also be considered.

Experience

2+ years of related experience within a laboratory setting is preferred.

Experience working in customer service is also a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Able to read, write, and speak English fluently
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and desire to deliver excellent customer service. This includes maintaining a professional appearance and demeanor in all interactions and upholding Thermo Fisher Scientific's values, including confidentiality.
  
• Possesses a strong desire to serve the customer, and the interpersonal skills to collaborate with various levels of personnel at the customer site.
  
• Independently operates handheld scanners to enter data in various systems as needed; as well as analytical skills to reconcile reports.
  
• Demonstrates computer proficiency and possesses intermediate skills in Microsoft Office suite of software. Uses organizational skills to multi-task and meet due dates as needed.
  

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Works primarily at customer sites, which may require independent work. Work areas may include spaces where chemical-based allergens are in use (such as penicillin, tetracycline, etc)
  
• Depending on the area of the building, personal protective equipment may be worn, including lab coats, coveralls, hoods, facemasks, hairnets, safety gloves, steel-toe shoes, bump hats, and/or safety glasses.
  
• Requires the ability to lift, push, and pull 30-40 pounds consistently; may be required to lift 50 pounds occasionally, including operation and use of pushcarts, pallet jacks, forklifts, etc.
  
• Regularly required to stand or walk for prolonged periods.
  
• Ability to work overtime, as needed.
  

Competitive wages & Excellent benefits package

• Review our company's Total Rewards
  
• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
  
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
  
• 401K Company Match up to 6%(after 1 year)
  
• Tuition Reimbursement - eligible after 90 days
  
• Employee Referral Bonus
  
• Employee Discount Program
  
• Recognition Program
  
• Charitable Gift Matching
  
• Company Paid Parental Leave
  
• We will provide the vital equipment for your role including: computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.
  
• We also provide any Personal Protective Equipment you may need including: lab coats, safety glasses, safety shoes, etc.
  

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not a comprehensive list of all the duties and responsibilities associated with it.

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.

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.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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