Formulation technician II

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Sunnyvale, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Formulation Technician II works in a team-based manufacturing laboratory at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Sunnyvale, California site, part of the Chromatography and Mass Spectrometry Division. The team synthesizes and tests ion exchange media used in chromatography consumables. The role assembles, packs, and tests resin column products using specialized instruments to meet customer demand, and completes production work orders according to established procedures.

The technician records and reports test results accurately, maintains proper documentation, follows corporate quality policies and safety requirements, and participates in safety improvement activities. The role also involves maintaining a clean, organized laboratory environment and complying with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and applicable safety standards.

The schedule is first shift, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime and weekend hours as needed. The work takes place in a laboratory setting and involves loud equipment, strong odors, hazardous or toxic materials, chemicals and fumes, and required personal protective equipment. The position requires lifting or moving up to 40 pounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of work experience in manufacturing, operations, production, a laboratory setting, or a related field.
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory and Manufacturing Practices and standards.
• Good mathematical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand written standard operating procedures (SOPs) and follow verbal instructions.
• Familiarity with hand tools such as wrenches, torque drivers, and tweezers.
• Computer literacy and experience with spreadsheet and database software.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to use required PPE, including a lab coat, safety glasses, gloves, face shields, and safety shoes; a P95 mask is required in areas with solvent-fume exposure.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• Knowledge of chromatography software.
• Chemistry experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, pack, and test resin column products using specialized instruments.
• Record and report test results accurately and maintain proper documentation.
• Complete production work orders according to established procedures.
• Follow corporate quality policies and maintain high-quality standards.
• Follow safety requirements and participate in safety improvement activities.
• Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.

Benefits

• Annual performance-based bonus may be available.
• Annual merit performance-based increase.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective on day one.
• Paid time off of at least 120 hours and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Paid parental leave, including 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.
• Accident and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement savings programs, including a 401(k) plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED