Material Handler II

thermofisher· 27-3435995 Patheon Biologics LLC
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📍 St. Louis, Missouri, USAFull time

About this role

Work Schedule

12 hr shift/nights

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Various outside weather conditions

Job Description


As Material Handler II, you will independently execute day-to-day warehouse activities that support safe, compliant, and on-time material flow for Thermo Fisher Scientific's St. Louis operations. You will process receipts, put-away, replenishment, picking, and shipment activities with minimal supervision, maintain accurate system transactions and documentation, and help sustain inventory accuracy, production support, and customer delivery performance.

What You Will Do

  • Independently perform receiving, put-away, replenishment, picking, packing, staging, and shipping tasks across multiple warehouse areas.
  • Process receipts, material moves, picks, and ship confirmations in RF/WMS systems with strong attention to detail.
  • Operate forklifts, reach trucks, electric pallet jacks, and other certified equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Stage and load outbound shipments; prepare basic documentation and use carrier portals or parcel systems as required.
  • Support kitting and line-side replenishment to meet production schedules and point-of-use requirements.
  • Perform cycle counts, location audits, and routine discrepancy resolution to support inventory accuracy.
  • Review labels, quantities, lot information, and shipping/receiving documents for completeness and compliance.
  • Escalate damaged materials, system issues, equipment concerns, and unresolved discrepancies to the Lead or Supervisor.
  • Help train new team members by modeling safe work practices and standard procedures.
  • Participate in 5S, continuous improvement, and cross-training activities to improve throughput and service.

How You Will Get Here

Education

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Equipment certifications (forklift, reach truck, electric pallet jack, or similar) required or obtained shortly after hire.
  • Additional warehouse, logistics, or shipping training preferred.

Experience

  • 1-3 years of warehouse or distribution experience with proficiency in core material handling processes.
  • Experience working across receiving, inventory, production support, and/or shipping functions.
  • Experience in a regulated, manufacturing, or cGMP environment preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Proficient RF/WMS transactions for receipts, moves, picks, replenishments, and shipment confirmation.
  • Safe and efficient operation of powered industrial trucks and other required equipment.
  • Basic knowledge of shipping systems, carrier portals, and parcel processing.
  • Understanding of cycle counts, location accuracy, and routine exception resolution.
  • Basic Excel/Microsoft Office and strong written/verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrates informal leadership, accountability, and ability to work with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

  • Mobility between warehouse, dock, and production areas, including occasional exposure to outdoor elements when moving between buildings.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs on a regular basis and move heavier materials using approved equipment or team-lift practices.
  • Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and operate required material handling equipment safely.

Equal Opportunity

Frequently Asked Questions

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This Material Handler II role at thermofisher is based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Material Handler II role at thermofisher full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Material Handler II role in the 27-3435995 Patheon Biologics LLC department at thermofisher.
Which team or department does the Material Handler II at thermofisher belong to?
This Material Handler II position is part of the 27-3435995 Patheon Biologics LLC department at thermofisher. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Material Handler II job at thermofisher posted?
This Material Handler II position at thermofisher was posted on Sep 30, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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