Production Operator - First Shift

About the Role

Join our outstanding team in Stafford Springs, CT, and contribute to top-tier manufacturing in an encouraging atmosphere. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining quality and production standards, ensuring our products meet the highest levels of excellence.

A Day in the Life

• Operate production equipment and address mechanical issues
• Perform quality tests and maintain accurate records
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 1+ year of basic knowledge of machinery preferred
• Experience with production equipment is a plus
• Familiarity with quality testing

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

• Basic math skills including use of formulas, decimals, and fractions
• Knowledge of simple measuring devices
• Ability to stand continuously for an 8-hour period
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
• Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
• Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery)
• Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.)
• Standing for full shift
• This role entails standing for long periods, operating machinery, and handling materials in a dynamic and sometimes fast-paced environment

Pay

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $20.00–$23.00. 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.

Benefits

• 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