Formulation Technician II - 2nd Shift

Thermo Fisher; Town of Grand Island (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401K matching

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is hiring at our Grand Island, NY site in the BioProduction Group for a second shift manufacturing role. You will operate equipment such as mixers, mills and dispensers, weigh raw materials via computer interfaces, calibrate machinery, and follow SOPs to produce cell culture media.

The job requires GMP adherence, lifting up to 50 pounds, and the use of PPE; overtime and flexible shifts are common.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment including mixers, mills, blenders, pumps, filtration systems, packaging, and laboratory equipment.
• Weigh, measure, and check raw materials via computer interface to ensure accurate batches.
• Calibrate and operate manual, semi-automated, and automated manufacturing equipment; perform basic troubleshooting.
• Follow GMP safety practices, SOPs, and work instructions in controlled environments up to and including clean rooms.
• Maintain compliance with Quality Management Systems and regulatory requirements.
• Manufacture cell culture media and related duties to meet business goals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Team communication

Math skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

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, 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

Job Description

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:

This position is based out of our Grand Island, NY site within BioProduction Group.

How Will You Make an Impact?:

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

A Day in the Life:

• Use of 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 year of experience in a fast-paced work environment is strongly preferred.
• 1 year of experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice environment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, 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 (Provide details)

What We Offer:

• Competitive wages & Excellent benefits package:
• Review our company's Total Rewards
• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 401K Company Match up to 6%
• Tuition Reimbursement - eligible after 90 days
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Discount Program
• Recognition Program
• Charitable Gift Matching
• Company Paid Parental Leave

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $17.49-$26.24.

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