Manufacturing Technician II - First Shift

About the role

This Manufacturing Technician II position is based out of the Grand Island, NY site within the Bioproduction group. As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Competitive pay plus shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

A Day in the Life

• Use equipment that includes mixers, mills, blenders, pumps, filtration systems, packaging, and laboratory equipment.
• Weigh, measure, and check raw materials with the assistance of a computer interface to assure batches manufactured contain accurate materials and quantities.
• Calibrate and operate manual, semi-automated, and automated manufacturing equipment. Identify and conduct basic troubleshooting for equipment.
• Follow all safe practices, policies, standard operating procedures, and work instructions in controlled environments up to and including classified clean rooms.
• Complete and maintain compliance with the Quality Management Systems and regulatory requirements.
• Complete moderately complex tasks related to manufacturing of cell culture media. Perform related duties as required to meet the business goals and requirements.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Formal training in Lean, 5S, or manufacturing processes is preferred.

Experience

• 1+ years of experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice environment or manufacturing or related field is required.
• 2+ years of experience in a fast-paced work environment is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• General understanding of technical, mechanical, and machinery equipment is preferred.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Strong attention to detail for complex instructions and documentation while maintaining quality output.
• Demonstrated proficiency in multiple processes in a fast-paced work environment.
• Perform basic math, verbal, written, and oral communication with team.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, and move up to 50 pounds and may be required to stand for extended periods of time while performing duties. Ability to squat, bend, and reach different items to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to wear all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including work uniform, steel toe shoes, hair net, beard guard (when required), safety glasses, and gloves. PPE may also include a bump cap, face shield, and full/half-face respirators.
• Availability to work overtime and flexible shift patterns.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• 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.
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.).
• Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.).
• Will work with hazardous/toxic materials.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1.
• Paid Time Off & Holidays.
• 401K Company Match up to 5%.
• Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days.
• Employee Referral Bonus.
• Employee Discount Program.
• Recognition Program.
• Charitable Gift Matching.
• Company Paid Parental Leave.
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits.
• 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.
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.

Pay

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $17.85–$26.77. 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.

Schedule

First Shift (Days). Availability to work overtime and flexible shift patterns required.