What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Shipping Coordinator - 1st Shift position at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)
Environmental Conditions
Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
1st Shift Monday to Friday 8AM to 9 AM flexible 4PM to 5PM end time - OT as needed
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.
Position Summary
The Shipping Associate is responsible for preparing, packing, and shipping finished goods via domestic LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) and parcel carriers. This role ensures all shipments are packaged securely, labeled correctly, and shipped on time to meet customer expectations while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
First Shift (Days)
Environmental Conditions
Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
1st Shift Monday to Friday 8AM to 9 AM flexible 4PM to 5PM end time - OT as needed
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.
Position Summary
The Shipping Associate is responsible for preparing, packing, and shipping finished goods via domestic LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) and parcel carriers. This role ensures all shipments are packaged securely, labeled correctly, and shipped on time to meet customer expectations while maintaining quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Pack and crate products according to company standards to ensure safe transit
- Build custom crates and use appropriate packaging materials to protect fragile or high-value items
- Prepare and process domestic shipments using LTL and parcel carriers (e.g., FedEx, UPS)
- Accurately label shipments and verify shipping documentation
- Weigh, measure, and record shipment details for carrier compliance and cost accuracy
- Coordinate with shipping office or supervisors to prioritize daily shipments
- Load and stage shipments for carrier pickup
- Inspect finished goods prior to shipment to ensure quality and accuracy
- Maintain inventory of packaging materials and notify leadership of shortages
- Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of tools and equipment
- Keep shipping and staging areas clean and organized
- Assist with cycle counts, inventory movement, or material handling as needed
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2 years of experience in shipping, warehouse, or manufacturing environment is required
- 2-3 years of experience in shipping, warehouse, or manufacturing environment preferred
- Experience with LTL and parcel shipping processes strongly preferred
- Ability to read and interpret packing instructions, work orders, and shipping documents
- Basic computer skills; experience with shipping systems or ERP (SAP a plus)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs (occasionally more with assistance)
- Frequent standing, bending, and lifting throughout the shift
- Ability to operate pallet jacks, forklifts, or other material handling equipment (if certified)
- Experience building crates or custom packaging solutions
- Familiarity with freight class, dimensions, and shipping cost impacts
- Knowledge of basic carrier requirements for LTL and parcel shipments