Assembly Operative

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.

About the role

Manage finished kit assembly operations with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency while contributing to our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Support operational excellence by coordinating daily activities, maintaining accurate inventory management, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Guide and develop team members while fostering a culture of continuous improvement through Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives. Manage assembly processes including receiving, storing, picking, and packing of materials.

Responsibilities

• Manage finished kit assembly operations with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency
• Coordinate daily activities and maintain accurate inventory management
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
• Guide and develop team members
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives
• Manage assembly processes including receiving, storing, picking, and packing of materials

Requirements

• Previous experience of production line and hand assembly essential
• Preferred fields of study: logistics, operations, or related field
• Strong computer proficiency including warehouse management systems, ERP software (SAP, Oracle, etc.), and Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal/communication skills
• Experience working in cGMP/GxP regulated environments preferred
• Knowledge of inventory control procedures and warehouse safety regulations
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Physical ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and work in various temperature environments
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, 5S, Kaizen)
• Ability to guide and support team members on procedures and safety protocols
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record when required
• Proficiency in English required; additional languages beneficial

Environmental Conditions

• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
• Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
• Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc. allowed
• Cold Room/Freezers: -22°F / -6°C
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
• Standing for full shift

Schedule

8 am – 4 pm, Monday – Friday

Pay

$25 - $27.25 an hour

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, 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
• Retirement and savings programs, such as a competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offering the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
• Variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results