Lead Formulation Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific•St. Louis, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Downstream Processing Technician IV to join our world-class team in St. Louis. As a leading company in the scientific research industry, we are dedicated to enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of exceptional professionals and play a vital role in the flawless execution of manufacturing batch records, work instructions, and SOPs. Your keen attention to detail and proactive approach will ensure that all tasks are completed right the first time. Additionally, you will assist in maintaining the suite, supplies, equipment, logbooks, and data to strict cGMP standards, contributing to the success of our manufacturing operations.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 4 years experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field
Strong math skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities
Detail Oriented
Results Driven
Efficient in MS Office
Able to read, write, and communicate in English
Able to understand and carry out instructions
Reliable
Effectively multi-task
Able to work in an environment of change
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Able to recognize problems developing, not just occurring
Seeks and welcomes feedback and responds to coaching.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree w/ +2 years of relevant years of experience or Bachelor's degree
Experience in a cGMP environment
Knowledge of cGMP practices, aseptic techniques, or chemical concepts
Subject Matter Expert on downstream processing steps
Qualified to train other employees
Qualified to train (preferred) and guide employees.

Responsibilities

Execution of manufacturing batch records, work instructions and/or SOPs, with minimal instruction on a day-to-day basis and a focus on proactive ‘right the first time’ executions.
Assist with batch record reconciliation.
Able to complete all Department functions, such as maintaining suite, supplies, equipment, logbooks and data in accordance with site SOPs and policies.
Documentation of all activities to meet cGMP requirements. Daily record review, tasks, and databases.
Complete preventative maintenance and work notifications tasks on time. Perform equipment testing and routine trouble-shooting.
Oversee and perform timely consumption of materials and completion of quality documentation in appropriate systems
Identify deviations, aid in investigations/root cause analysis, and provide input on major/critical deviations.
Complete validation protocols with minimal supervision or direction.
Schedule activities and coordinate the shift huddle in absence of the supervisor. Act as liaison with other groups within the manufacturing organization and a Subject Matter Expert on a variety of downstream processing steps techniques.
Participate in shift exchanges, 1-1’s, meetings, attend meetings as necessary to facilitate area needs based on changes, etc. (lean activities).
Practices and promotes safe work habits and adheres to safety procedures and guidelines.
Provides feedback on document revisions and/or document management including batch production records and manufacturing procedures.