Cartridge Setup and Operate

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Meriden, CT

46d • $20 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

In the Meriden plant, a team member sets up and runs cartridge production equipment under supervision.

Requirements

• Reliability and dependability are essential.
• Must demonstrate the ability to accurately implement mentor support.
• Should show strength in reading, speaking, and comprehending English.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience required.
• Reading: Read instructions for assembling equipment. Read books, looking up unfamiliar words in the dictionary for meaning, spelling, and pronunciation.
• Writing: Print simple sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and series of numbers and names.
• Speaking: Speak simple sentences, using normal word order, and present and past tenses.
• Mathematical skills Add, subtract, multiply, and divide all units of measure. Perform the four operations with like common and decimal fractions.
• Reasoning ability Employ rational judgment to follow detailed but straightforward written or verbal instructions. Resolve issues with a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be able to pass Vision screening.
• The employee needs to lift 55 pounds alone, 70 pounds with help, and use mechanical lifting equipment for over 85 pounds.
• They must perform various physical tasks like walking, bending, climbing, and working at heights.

Responsibilities

• Configure and manage LifeASSURE™ cartridge manufacturing machinery.
• Setup pleaters and cartridge equipment for LifeASSURE™ cartridge operatives.
• Teach operators on accurate techniques for operating equipment.
• Keep records and location of cartridges produced.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Observe all company and OSHA safety rules and practices.
• Check own work and work of other employees in the department and resolve any discrepancies with the team.
• Assist other department members to ensure safety and improve output.
• Perform various production operations safely and fill in on positions throughout manufacturing as required.
• Aid in the development of fellow team members.
• Access information via computer when needed.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees