Lead Operator, Manufacturing 2nd shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.; Middletown (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company committed to making the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. This role offers a chance to contribute to the manufacturing of in vitro diagnostic reagents that play a crucial role in clinical diagnostics. With a focus on efficiency and quality, you will be part of a team that values integrity and innovation. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical coverage from day one, 401K matching, and opportunities for career advancement. If you are self-motivated and passionate about making a positive impact, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

Paid Time Off & Holidays

401K Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Employee Discount Program

Recognition Program

Charitable Gift Matching

Company Paid Parental Leave

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in manufacturing.
• High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.

Responsibilities

• Drive efficiency improvements using metrics and the PPI process.
• Ensure adherence to manufacturing procedures and safety standards.
• Complete production paperwork and documentation accurately.

Skills

Manufacturing Experience

Team Collaboration

Multi-tasking

Organizational Skills

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

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, No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift

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.

Excellent Benefits Package

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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

Career Advancement Opportunities

Location/Division Specific Information

Middletown, VA

Hours: 3:30 PM - 2:00AM (10% shift differential)

How will you make an impact:

The Middletown site manufactures in vitro diagnostic reagents, controls, and calibrators, which are used in conjunction with clinical diagnostic instrumentation.

What will you do:

• Drive continued efficiency improvements through the effective use of metrics, 5S, and the PPI process
• Recommend and implement changes in manufacturing procedures to improve product quality and production efficiency
• Ensure that the schedule provided by your supervisor is strictly followed
• Set up Work Centers in a timely and organized manner, tear down the Work Center when the Work Order is complete
• Ensure others perform tasks with an exceptionally high degree of care and attention
• Ensure team members follow work instructions, procedures, drawings, and customer specifications
• Direct production for manufacturing jobs to ensure timely delivery for customers
• Ensure/verify all daily inspections are completed and train employees when necessary for 100% adherence
• Drive safety/housekeeping initiatives
• Complete vital production paperwork and documentation
• Identify safety hazards, unsafe conditions, and/or unsafe acts through safety audits and initiatives, and recommend corrective actions
• Assist with leading, training, and development of associates

How will you get here?

High School Diploma or equivalent experience

Experience

Minimum of two years of experience in manufacturing.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Proven track record to multi-task, prioritize, plan, and forecast multiple projects at one time
• Ability to work in a team environment and influence others to achieve results
• Self-motivated with a bias for action
• Outstanding follow-up and organizational skills
• Demonstrate the Thermo Fisher values (The Four I’s) – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement