Materials Coordinator

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Warehouse

Job Description

This is a fully onsite role based at our Bioanalytical Laboratory in Richmond, VA. We welcome applicants from all locations within the US. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided for this position, and any relocation costs will be the responsibility of the candidate.  

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. 

• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening. 

 

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:
Join us as a Materials Coordinator and contribute to global science and healthcare. In this role, you'll ensure smooth operation of our facilities while supporting our mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. You'll coordinate essential facility services, maintain building systems, and create an optimal work environment for our teams. This position combines facilities management expertise with customer service excellence, requiring both technical knowledge and strong interpersonal skills.

REQUIREMENTS:
• 1+ years of facilities coordination or related experience
• Preferred Fields of Study: Facilities Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Technical/vocational certifications in building systems or facilities management a plus
• Proficiency in managing building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing and security systems
• Strong organizational skills with ability to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Experience coordinating with vendors, contractors and service providers
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and facilities management software
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements
• Ability to lift and move objects up to 25-50 pounds
• Available to respond to facility emergencies as needed
• Experience with shipping/receiving operations and inventory management
• Strong problem-solving skills and maintenance planning ability
• Ability to work independently while supporting team objectives
• Physical mobility to perform building inspections and maintenance tasks
• Schedule may include evening/weekend hours
• Valid driver's license may be required
• Multilingual skills valued

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $18.00–$20.00.

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