Sr Operator Manufacturing
Thermo Fisher Scientific · Mebane, NC · Today
On-siteProductFull-time
Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)
- Environmental Conditions: Cleanroom - no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc...
About the Role
Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical expertise and leadership to support manufacturing operations, ensuring products are produced safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards.
- Commitment to operational excellence, employee development, and continuous improvement.
- Operate, monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize manufacturing equipment and processes while adhering to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
- Train, mentor, and support operators by providing technical guidance, promoting best practices, and ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
- Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives, investigations, equipment qualifications, and process optimization activities to enhance productivity, quality, and operational performance.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical certification, vocational training, or an associate degree in a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, or related environment.
- Demonstrated experience operating, setting up, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment with minimal supervision.
- Experience following and interpreting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and production documentation.
- Experience training, mentoring, or supporting the development of team members.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in a cGMP-regulated environment.
- Experience working in a clean room environment.
- Experience leading production activities or serving as a lead operator.
- Experience supporting investigations, CAPAs, deviations, and root cause analysis.
- Experience with MES, SAP, ERP, or electronic batch record systems.
- Experience participating in Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Technical certification, vocational training, or an associate degree in a related field preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes, production equipment, and quality systems.
- Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
- Ability to provide technical leadership, coaching, and training to operators and cross-functional team members.
- Working knowledge of cGMP regulations, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and safety requirements.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
- Proficiency with computer systems and manufacturing software applications.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and make sound decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods during a scheduled shift.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 35 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gloves, gowns, respirators, and safety footwear, as required.
- Ability to work in manufacturing, clean room, laboratory, warehouse, or controlled production environments.
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including overtime, weekends, holidays, and shift rotations as required by business needs.
- Ability to work safely around manufacturing equipment and automated systems while adhering to all site safety procedures.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- Performance Related Bonus where eligible
- Annual merit performance-based increase
- Excellent Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Career Advancement Opportunities