Equipment Operator, Onsert

Thermo Fisher Scientific; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking an Equipment Operator for their Bohemia location on the 2nd shift. In this role, you'll guarantee the efficient and quality manufacturing of clinical trial labels while adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Bring your skills in a dynamic work environment to make a meaningful impact on producing safer and cleaner solutions.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Pay Rate

Annual performance-based bonus

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, or lab setting.
• Experience in a cGMP environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment used in label manufacturing processes.
• Manufacture labels according to specifications using automated inkjet equipment.
• Plan and execute production runs while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Skills

Technical Skills

Mechanically inclined

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, 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, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.)

Job Description

Equipment Operator, Onsert -Bohemia, NY (2nd Shift)

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location/Division Specific Information

Clinical Labeling Services, part of the Clinical Trials Division, located in Bohemia, New York provides leading clinical label design, production, and management services for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. Our advanced inspection software, full in-house variable and non-variable print capabilities, and proprietary translation and regulatory approval system are designed to reduce overall clinical trial label cycle times.

How Will You Make an Impact?:

The Equipment Operator plays a crucial part in ensuring smooth clinical label manufacturing processes within a team that is dynamic and fast-paced, relying on teamwork, multitasking, and communication. They are responsible for operating and maintaining equipment used in the production of clinical trial study labels directly impacting the efficiency and quality of the manufacturing processes.

A Day in the Life:

Manufactures a wide array of label constructions using automated inkjet equipment following client-approved proofs and associated documentation to manufacture labels per established specifications.

Sets up computerization production runs and bulk transfer labels using the proprietary software application CLPS, as per department Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs) while monitoring all label production processing for accuracy and completeness by applying current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) in all areas of responsibility safely and efficiently.

Works independently in planning, setting up, and manufacturing a wide array of label constructions that meet client specifications while all equipment in the area of responsibility is maintained as per standard procedures and safety guidelines including keeping up with all current preventative maintenance practices and cleaning daily.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required!

Experience:

• Required: Minimum of 2 years of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field
• Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Technical Skills: Printing or manufacturing experience with proficiency in computer operations of transferring data, MS excel and outlook, file management, are required.
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to accurately read measurements, troubleshoot issues and identify potential solutions associated with various label constructions; skills in performing roll splicing using manual equipment, and operating computerized digital inkjet equipment.
• Detail-oriented and the ability to work in an organized manner. Must be capable of handling confidential information and communicating in a professional manner with internal customers.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Uses Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), and must be able to stand and move about including reaching, bending, stooping, grasping and understand chemical hygiene.
• Uses hand tools and equipment including forceful gripping, grasping, pushing, and pulling.
• Must lift and maneuver materials weighing up to 50 pounds maximum unassisted.

What We Offer

Compensation

• Competitive Hourly Pay Rate.
• Additional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions.
• Annual performance-based bonus.
• Annual merit performance-based increase.

Excellent Benefits

• Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific
• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1.
• Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $24.00–$26.00.

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. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• 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

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards