Sr. Operator, Manufacturing

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

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, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, 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.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

Compensation: $21.42 - $26.59/Hr

Shift: 9:00AM to 5:45PM, Monday Through Friday

Must be flexible to support overtime, weekend overtime and swing shifts hours (4pm-4am) as production demand requires.

May require training for 6 months that is conducted from 6:00am - 2:45pm (Mon - Fri)

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 at the Fremont, CA site within the Niche Diagnostics Division (NDX).

Discover Impactful Work:

The Sr. Operator Manufacturing position will interact and work closely with peers, senior operators, production leads and managers within Manufacturing Services department to support production demand and ensure achievement of company goals following the 4i values.

A Day in the Life:

Read work orders, verify materials, and set up the production line with correct quantities and components per manufacturing SOPs

Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production equipment (fille/labeler), printers, and conveyors to maintain efficient workflow

Manufacture and/or test complex products while completing required documentation and performing quality inspections throughout the process

Fill, seal, label and organize products, including handling special arrangements as needed

Perform line clearance, including reconciliation and disposal of materials for each job.

Clean and sanitize work areas, equipment, glassware to maintain a safe and compliant environment

Follow direction from production lead/management and collaborate with team members to complete assigned tasks, resolve issues, and keep production running smoothly.

Follow ISO/CGMP/GDP and Quality System Regulation to ensure all documentation is complete, workspace is organized, and key updates are communicated at the end of each shift.

Review batch records and work with cross-functional teams to resolve record discrepancies

Provide equipment and process training for new employees per direction from production lead/management.

Actively engage in process improvements, support equipment validation, and Lean/PPI initiatives while working with cross-functional teams

Perform other assigned duties as required.

Keys to Success:

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of direct work experience in manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting.

Direct machine operation experience.

Direct experience in a cGMP environment, Good Documentation Practices (GDP), and Good Warehouse Practices.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Comfortable using MRP systems, electronic document systems, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Strong attention to detail with batch records, SOPs, inventory transactions.

Clear communicator across peers, and management.

Ability to understand and adapt to changes in production priorities and schedules.

Ability to collaborate effectively within a team-based environment.

Ability to read/write English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; and carry out manufacturing instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Knowledge of significant figure required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks and respond effectively to changing priorities and deadlines.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Able to lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance.

May work in cold environments (as low as -20C) and around loud-noise equipment.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as steel-toe shoes, lab coats, gloves, safety glasses, and ear protection required.

Controlled Substance Handling: This role involves handling, management, and oversight of controlled substances (Schedules I–V) in accordance with DEA, FDA, and Thermo Fisher guidelines.

Exposure to Controlled Substances: Proper safety protocols and protective measures must be strictly followed.

Safety Protocols: Adherence to all safety procedures is mandatory to ensure a safe working environment.

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 California is $21.42–$30.00.

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