Lead Formulation Technician - Mon - Weds Nights

ThermoFisher Scientific; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Lead Formulation Technician in Cincinnati to lead and mentor a manufacturing team, ensuring consistent production processes and adherence to quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, experience with cGMP environments, and a track record of driving continuous improvement and teamwork across functions. Benefits include competitive pay, shift differentials, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Lead and mentor a manufacturing team to ensure production processes are executed consistently.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and mentor team members.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience training and developing team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional coordination

Training team members

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certifications in manufacturing (beneficial)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Manufacturing software

Job description

Work Schedule

12 hr shift/nights

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards

Job Description

Discover Impactful Work:

Join our manufacturing team as a Lead Formulation Technician at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to global health and scientific advancement. In this key role, you'll lead and mentor a team while ensuring consistent execution of production processes. You'll support operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Working with advanced technology, you'll coordinate daily manufacturing activities, resolve complex issues, and foster an inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration. This is an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

A Day in the Life:

• Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and mentor team members
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
• Experience training and developing team members

Keys to Success:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical certifications in manufacturing or relevant field beneficial

Experience

• 4 years of manufacturing experience, with demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Experience with documentation and batch record review in regulated environments

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards and regulatory requirements
• Expert ability to read and interpret manufacturing documentation, SOPs, and technical specifications
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for manufacturing equipment and processes
• Proficiency with manufacturing software systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to strictly follow safety protocols and maintain clean room/controlled environment standards
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in PPE as required
• Flexibility to work various shifts and overtime as needed

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

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.