Distribution Supervisor (Tampa, FL)

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

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. 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.

DESCRIPTION:At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll contribute to warehouse operations with direct impact on making the world healthier, cleaner and safer. As Distribution Supervisor, you'll oversee daily logistics operations while developing a collaborative team focused on safety, quality, and operational excellence. You'll manage receiving, storage, picking, packing and shipping activities to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment for our customers who are working on scientific research and healthcare initiatives. Using Lean methodology and our Practical Process Improvement (PPI) system, you'll support continuous improvement and optimize workflows while maintaining rigorous compliance with safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

REQUIREMENTS:• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in warehouse operations including 2+ years of supervisory/leadership experience• Preferred Fields of Study: Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics or related field• Industry certifications like APICS, LEAN, Six Sigma are a plus• Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite• Demonstrated success implementing process improvements and lean methodologies• Experience with cGMP, ISO and regulatory compliance preferred• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team leadership skills• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment• Knowledge of hazardous materials handling and shipping regulations• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities• Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various temperature environments (ambient, cold storage, freezer)• Ability to work different shifts and occasional overtime as needed• Valid forklift certification required or ability to obtain• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance• Experience managing inventory accuracy and cycle counting programs• Multiple language abilities a plus