Sr. Site Specialist - Driver - 1st Shift

North Chicago, IL

JOB DESCRIPTION

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), 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, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Pay Range: $17.85 to $23.60

Work Schedule

6:30 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday – Friday

When you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work. And you'll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

Discover Impactful Work:

Join the Unity Lab Services team as a Sr. Site Specialist – Driver, providing critical logistics and laboratory support services to research and development facilities. This role is responsible for the safe transportation of materials, inventory management, stockroom operations, and customer support while ensuring compliance with safety and operational procedures.

A Day in the Life:

  • Support daily operational needs of laboratory and research environments.
  • Deliver samples, supplies, dry ice, gas cylinders, and other materials to designated locations.
  • Execute daily delivery routes and ensure timely transportation of materials between sites.
  • Maintain inventory accuracy through stockroom systems and inventory management tools.
  • Load and unload deliveries, restock supplies, and support material transfers between locations.
  • Provide customer support by responding to requests and resolving routine issues.
  • Collect, sort, and store waste materials in accordance with safety procedures.
  • Follow all safety, shipping, handling, and transportation requirements.
  • Assist with safety audits and corrective actions assigned.
  • May perform other duties as assigned by management.

Keys to Success:

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

  • Required: 2+ years of experience in logistics, inventory management, warehouse operations, laboratory support, or a related field.
  • Required: Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, box trucks up to 10,000 lbs. on public roads.
  • Preferred: Experience supporting laboratory, pharmaceutical, or research environments.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Valid Driver's License required.
  • Strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Experience using inventory management systems and Microsoft 365 applications.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
  • Ability to follow SOPs, safety procedures, and compliance requirements.
  • Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

  • Must obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card. The company will support candidates in obtaining this during the pre-employment process.
  • As a condition of employment with Thermo Fisher Scientific, candidates must successfully complete Thermo Fisher's pre-employment screening (including background check, Moving Vehicle Report and drug test) and any customer-mandated screening, credentialing, or badging requirements. Customer requirements may differ from or exceed Thermo Fisher's criteria.
  • Regular lifting of materials up to 60 lbs.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and manual material handling activities.
  • Work performed in laboratory, stockroom, warehouse, loading dock, and customer-site environments.
  • Operation of delivery vehicles, forklifts, and material handling equipment may be required.
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, lab coats, and steel-toe shoes, may be required.
  • The role may involve working independently at customer locations, including laboratory environments with exposure to chemicals and other regulated materials.
  • Overtime work may be required.

Benefits

We offer comprehensive healthcare, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. As one team of more than 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.

Apply today!

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

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Illinois is $17.85–$26.77.

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:

Posted 2026-07-06

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