Distribution Supervisor
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Warehouse
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
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $70,800.00–$90,000.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards