Sr. Operator, Manufacturing Day Shift

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

Compensation: $21.42 - $28.56/Hr

When youre part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific youll do important workand youll 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.

Location/Division Specific Information
This position is based at the Fremont CA site within the Niche Diagnostics Division (NDX) supporting diagnostic kit manufacturing in a cGMP environment.

The position will work as an authorized user handling DEA-controlled substances (Schedules IV) requiring strict adherence to DEA FDA and Thermo Fisher regulatory guidelines.

Discover Impactful Work

The Sr. Operator position will interact and work closely with production leads and managers within the Manufacturing Services department to support production demand and ensure achievement of company goals following the 4i values.

A Day in the Life

Responsible for signatures and reviews on SOPs and other work instruction documents.
Understand and communicate workflow and technologies used in the production environment.
Manufacture and/or test complex products following cGMP and complete all required documentation in accordance with the Quality System. Record information such as weight time and date packaged.
Share standard processes and train Operator I and II employees.
Set up and operate production floor equipment including troubleshooting and adjustments under the direction of a Production Operator Lead or Supervisor.
Start stop and control the speed of conveyors.
Read and understand work orders to successfully set up materials on-line verify and count amounts required as per work order.
Inspect material products and containers at each setup of the production process.
Assist the Production Operator Lead in job assignments and provide guidance to other production operators as required.
Insert or pour product into containers or fill from spout or chute.
Acquire and sort product.
Wrap protective material around product.
Weigh containers and adjust quantity.
Close and seal containers; sort label and tag containers or products.
Pack special arrangements or selections of product.
Make necessary entries in the QAD system related to material usage.
Perform Line Clearance responsible for reconciliation and disposal of materials related to the job.
Clean and sanitize work areas machines glassware or equipment as needed.
Work with Production Leads Operator IIs and Operator Is as a team to address scheduling equipment and logistics issues.
Support Engineering in process improvement and equipment validation activities.
Follow ISO/cGMP Quality System Regulations with focus on SOP accuracy product quality and housekeeping activities.
Participate in Practical Process Improvement (PPI) Lean and 5S programs while working with other departments to troubleshoot processes and deliver recommended solutions.
Perform other job duties as required by the department and/or management.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum of 3 years of direct work experience in manufacturing operations production lab setting.

Direct machine operation experience.

Direct experience in a cGMP environment Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and Good Warehouse Practices.

Knowledge Skills Abilities
Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel required.
Ability to use electronic management systems such as QAD and Oracle to print required documents and complete daily work as indicated in the production schedule.
Machine operation experience preferred.
Ability to read and write English.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form.
Ability to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and respond effectively to changing priorities and deadlines.
Must be highly collaborative in a team-based work environment.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Able to lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance.
Work may involve exposure to cold environments and loud equipment.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as lab coats gloves safety glasses and ear protection required.
Controlled Substance Handling: This role involves handling management and oversight of controlled substances (Schedules IV) in accordance with DEA FDA and Thermo Fisher guidelines.
Exposure to Controlled Substances: Proper safety protocols and protective measures must be strictly followed.
Safety Protocols: Adherence to all safety procedures is mandatory to ensure a safe working environment.

Competitive Hourly Pay Rate

Additional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions

Annual performance-based bonus

Annual merit performance-based increase

Benefits & Total Rewards Thermo Fisher Scientific

Medical Dental & Vision benefits-effective Day 1

Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

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

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