Sr Manufacturing Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Stafford Springs, CT

45d • Onsite

About The Position

Help produce high-quality filtration materials used by customers who rely on Thermo Fisher Scientific products. In this hands-on manufacturing role, you will operate and monitor a polypropylene carding production line, make real-time process adjustments, perform in-process quality checks, and support a safe, compliant, audit-ready work area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; resume required.
• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand, monitor, and adjust production equipment.
• Ability to interpret quality data and make appropriate process adjustments.
• Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and willingness to complete required safety, compliance, and role-based training.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate the polypropylene carding line safely and efficiently following standard work instructions, line-clearance parameters, and safety requirements.
• Maintain steady material flow and monitor line conditions to support stable production and consistent output.
• Adjust key settings such as heat, fiber thickness, and line speed to keep product within published quality specifications.
• Perform in-process checks for airflow, basis weight, and product dimensions; enter production and quality data accurately.
• Complete assigned preventive maintenance tasks, routine inspections, changeover support, and basic troubleshooting.
• Follow GMP, safety, environmental, documentation, and workflow requirements, and stop production when safety, quality, or equipment performance is at risk.

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, 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED