Sr. Material Handler (Full Time, Based in Oxford)
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
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 materialsJob Description
Location
Oxfordshire
Standard Working Hours
38 hours
Working Hours Flexibility
8:00 – 4:30 (flexible with start and end times)
Work Arrangement
Full-time, on-site position. Candidates should be within a reasonable commuting distance of Milton Park/Didcot
The Role
As a Sr. Material Handler based in Oxford, 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.
Requirements
- Preferably 2 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
- May require operation of material handling equipment
Source: the employer's careers page. Last checked 2026-10-02. Posted 2026-10-02.