Senior Manufacturing Technician — 2nd Shift Leader

Thermo Fisher; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase program (ESPP)

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Thermo Fisher in Hartford, CT is seeking operators for advanced manufacturing roles. The position involves running the polypropylene carding line, ensuring process control, and maintaining strict safety and quality standards in a GMP environment.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of manufacturing experience, training in standard work, and the ability to train others while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field.
• Experience in a cGMP environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute advanced manufacturing operations with a high level of technical proficiency.
• Operate the polypropylene carding line in accordance with SOPs, standard work, and MLC parameters.
• Monitor material flow and process conditions to ensure stable production; adjust heat, fiber thickness, and line speed as needed.
• Ensure finished product meets airflow, basis weight, and dimensional requirements; stop production if safety or quality is at risk.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections; interpret test results and adjust parameters to maintain compliance.
• Maintain QA documentation and ensure compliance with cGMP, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment, conduct routine inspections, and support changeovers.
• Train and support team members on standard work and processes; participate in Lean/PPI initiatives.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thermo Fisher in Hartford, CT is seeking operators for advanced manufacturing roles. The position involves running the polypropylene carding line, ensuring process control, and maintaining strict safety and quality standards in a GMP environment.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of manufacturing experience, training in standard work, and the ability to train others while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and compliant documentation.