Lead Manufacturing Technician (2nd Shift)

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Stafford Springs, CT

22h • Onsite

About The Position

When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll be part of an inquisitive team that shares your passion for exploration and discovery. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, the company provides resources and opportunities to create significant contributions to the world. This role is based in Stafford Springs, CT, contributing to top-tier manufacturing in a supportive atmosphere. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining quality and production standards, ensuring products meet the highest levels of excellence. Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with a mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. The global team delivers innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through industry-leading brands.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 3+ years of relevant experience required
• Basic computer skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic math skills
• Basic knowledge of machinery
• Ability to use mechanical tools and measuring devices
• Tactful and diplomatic with strong leadership abilities
• Ability to read and interpret Bills of Materials and blueprints

Nice To Haves

• Vocational training preferred
• Experience in training employees

Responsibilities

• Operate in a safe, efficient manner with strict adherence to safety policies.
• Identify and address unsafe conditions or habits within authority scope; report other unsafe practices to supervisor, EHS leadership and/or management.
• Promote total quality culture and strive for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Complete all required SOP/WI training on-time and work with colleagues to ensure their training is completed on-time.
• Audit operations and products for accuracy and quality routinely.
• Participate in and lead Tier 1 meetings.
• Conduct initial root cause investigation on quality discrepancies and safety incidents.
• Prioritize work and personnel to meet production schedules and customer satisfaction.
• Review daily labor reports for completeness and accuracy; maintain necessary records.
• Keep the work area neat, clean, and orderly, ensuring inventory control.
• Communicate effectively with internal customers and shift counterparts.
• Train new employees on safety habits, quality standards, and continuous improvement philosophy.
• Perform duties of other employees in case of absence, emergency, or as requested by supervision.
• Serve as backup for supervisor when needed.
• May require handling hazardous waste.
• May be assigned other miscellaneous duties (including training) by department supervision/leadership.
• Must perform all essential functions of the position as identified on the applicable Employer Job Description maintained in the Occupational Health Office.

Benefits

• 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
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees