Lead Operator Manufacturing

About the role

Join our manufacturing team as a Lead Operator at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to global health and scientific advancement. In this key role, you'll lead and mentor a team while ensuring consistent execution of production processes. You'll support operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Working with advanced technology, you'll coordinate daily manufacturing activities, resolve complex issues, and foster an inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration. This is an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Requirements

• 4 years of manufacturing experience, with demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field
• Technical certifications in manufacturing or relevant field beneficial
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards and regulatory requirements
• Expert ability to read and interpret manufacturing documentation, SOPs, and technical specifications
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for manufacturing equipment and processes
• Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and mentor team members
• Proficiency with manufacturing software systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to strictly follow safety protocols and maintain clean room/controlled environment standards
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in PPE as required
• Flexibility to work various shifts and overtime as needed
• Experience with documentation and batch record review in regulated environments
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities
• Experience training and developing team members

Work environment

• 10 hr shift/days
• 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
• Fluctuating Temps hot/cold
• Laboratory Setting
• Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery)
• No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
• Standing for full shift
• Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)
• Various outside weather conditions
• Warehouse
• Will work with hazardous/toxic materials