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Lead Assembler 1st Shift


Job Location:

Hillsboro, IL - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 29 - 31
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance Cleanroom: no hair products jewelry makeup nail polish perfume exposed piercings facial hair etc... allowed Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses gowning gloves lab coat ear plugs etc.) Standing for full shift

Job Description

Pay Range: $29 - $31 per hour

1st Shift - Monday to Friday 5:00AM to 7:00AM start time

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Company information

When you are part of Thermo Fisher Scientific youll do challenging work and be part of a team that values performance quality and innovation. As part of a successful growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best! With revenues of approximately $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.

The Material and Structural Analysis Division (MSD) enables customers to find meaningful answers to questions that accelerate breakthrough discoveries increase efficiency and ultimately change the world. We design manufacture and support the broadest range of high-performance microscopy and spectroscopy workflows that provide images and answers in the micro- nano- and picometer scales. We combine hardware and software expertise in electron ion and light microscopy with deep application knowledge in the materials science life sciences electronics and natural resources markets. Our worldwide team of 5500 people is dedicated to customers pursuit of discovery and resolution to global challenges.

How will you make an impact

The Senior Assembler performs assembly wiring alignments and final configuration of components in an assembly. The Senior Assembler collaborates with colleagues towards common production goals via documented manufacturing procedures. This position also participates in continuous process improvement activities and maintains the highest standards for workplace safety and quality.

What will you do

  • Conduct assembly work applying prescribed methods using a variety of hand tools fixtures and test equipment.
  • Collect test data use databases and other office programs to document the manufacturing process
  • Participate in resolving production challenges and making process decisions
  • Assist in selection and/or set-up of specialized equipment
  • Perform equipment set-up calibration and preventative maintenance
  • Follow audit and safety guidelines
  • Train current and new employees

Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

Experience

  • 3 years of manufacturing or mechanical assembly experience preferred
  • Background in precision mechanical assembly and low volume complex manufacturing processes preferred
  • Experience in lean manufacturing 6S and continuous improvement a plus
  • Previous assembly experience in a Clean Room environment is a plus
  • Experience with Windows-based and MS Office programs (Word Excel Outlook and Access)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

  • Demonstrated ability in successfully working in a Team of 8-10 colleagues
  • Ability to work in a cleanroom environment using appropriate PPE
  • Ability to analyze and solve problems independently as well as collaboratively
  • Ability to support projects perform training and work productively as part of cohesive teams
  • Self-motivated self-starter with strong organizational skills
  • Ability to lift up to 35lbs
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills successful in partnering with colleagues of differing cultural language and educational backgrounds

At Thermo Fisher Scientific each one of our teammates extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular missionenabling our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. 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 veteran status disability or any other legally protected status.


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Electron microscopes reveal hidden wonders that are smaller than the human eye can see. They fire electrons and create images, magnifying micrometer and nanometer structures by up to ten million times, providing a spectacular level of detail, even allowing researchers to view single a ... View more

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