Operator, Manufacturing

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Newport; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in laboratory products seeks an Operator I for its Newport facility. The successful candidate will conduct product inspections, ensure adherence to GMP standards, and support continuous improvement initiatives. This role offers opportunities for professional development within a growing global organization.

Qualifications

• Ability to learn and follow instructions.
• Good numeric and literacy skills.
• Experience in similar environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Visually and physically check all products for quality.
• Operate processing equipment as necessary.
• Maintain GMP standards and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Ability to learn

Good numeric skills

Good literacy skills

Initiative for change

Education

Previous experience in similar environment

Job description

Work Schedule

Other

Environmental Conditions

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.)

Job Description

Business Job Title: Operator I, Manufacturing

Job Profile Title:Operator I, Manufacturing

Direct Report To:Value Stream Manager

Group/ Division:Laboratory Products Group / Laboratory Products Division

Career Band:1

Career Track:Associate

Position Location:Newport, United Kingdom

When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do challenging work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.

Responsibilities:

• Visually and physically check all products to conform to product quality specifications and document where appropriate
• During inspection, detect any product defects which occur on a consecutive basis to be reported to Line Supervision.
• Work across all production departments as required
• Operate processing equipment where necessary
• Collect and supply product samples for quality assurance where necessary
• Carry out any cleaning procedures and maintain housekeeping standards
• Maintain GMP standards in all aspects of the role
• Support the development of “Lean Manufacturing” within the department. Make suggestions for continuous improvement and participate in implementing agreed changes
• To ensure compliance with all Company rules and regulations, and also maintain a high standard of housekeeping
• Adhere to and conforms with the required technical and quality specifications in line with the Company’s ISO 9000 quality systems
• Support the development of 5S activities to maintain the highest levels of hygiene and housekeeping.
• Follow with Company Policy on Health and Safety. Report all near miss or hazardous situations to your line manager as they occur, or raise if necessary.
• Take an interest in personal development and follow with the learning and competency frameworks relevant to the role

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Ability to learn, understand and carry out instructions
• Be able to use initiative to propose ideas for change
• Good numeric and literacy skills
• Previous experience in similar environment

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.