Formulation Technician I - Rotating Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Florence, SC

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, the Formulation Technician I is responsible for operating a designated chemical process safely and in compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, company procedures, and applicable Good Manufacturing Practices. The role involves handling raw materials, production intermediates, and finished products, and making decisions that apply technical knowledge. Work is performed in a laboratory and manufacturing environment with rotating weekday shifts. Employees must be available five days per week and may work approved overtime as needed. The position is based at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Florence, South Carolina location. Pay is listed as $21.50, with an additional 10% when working the second shift. Full-time employees must successfully complete Phase I of the Process Tech On-The-Job Training program within their first 24 months to maintain continued employment. This training covers chemical technology and unit operations, math, chemistry, process equipment, and control systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
No prior experience is required.
Ability to work rotating eight-hour shifts, be available five days per week, and work approved overtime as needed.
Knowledge and understanding of basic equipment.
Problem-solving skills and a logical approach to resolving problems.
Ability to work effectively with others on a team.
Ability to read and interpret technical procedures and governmental regulations.
Ability to apply basic mathematical principles.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to completing work timely, accurately, and safely the first time.
Ability to apply knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and pharmaceutical processes, equipment, instrumentation, and procedures.
Ability to meet the described physical requirements, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing stairs, lifting up to 50 pounds, and using close vision and focus adjustment.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in manufacturing, engineering, or maintenance.
One year of work experience, preferably in manufacturing, maintenance, chemical processing, or a pharmaceutical environment.
Experience working with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and meaningful work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Operate automated and manual chemical process equipment and perform associated sampling, material handling, cleaning, and maintenance according to SOPs, current GMPs, and safety guidelines.
Maintain a clean and safe process area.
Perform manual and computer operations to manufacture chemical intermediates and finished products in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies and procedures.
Monitor the designated chemical process to ensure safe procedures, quality standards, and regulatory compliance, following Safety and Environmental policies, cGMP, and other applicable requirements.
Recommend improvements to process operations.
Collect process-stream or product samples according to company procedures; submit samples to the laboratory or conduct tests, record and analyze results, and take appropriate action.
Inspect finished products for specification compliance, including appearance, foreign substances, packaging, and labeling as required.
Receive and check deliveries of raw materials and chemical intermediates and complete the appropriate records.