Membrane Set-Up & Operator - 2nd Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Meriden, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. DESCRIPTION: Join our manufacturing team as a Lead Operator at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to global health and scientific advancement. In this key role, you'll lead and mentor a team while ensuring consistent execution of production processes. You'll support operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Working with advanced technology, you'll coordinate daily manufacturing activities, resolve complex issues, and foster an inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration. This is an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. 2nd shift 3pm-11:15pm

Requirements

• High School Diploma OR GED Required
• 4 years of manufacturing experience
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards and regulatory requirements
• Expert ability to read and interpret manufacturing documentation, SOPs, and technical specifications
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for manufacturing equipment and processes
• Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with manufacturing software systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to strictly follow safety protocols and maintain clean room/controlled environment standards
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in PPE as required
• Flexibility to work various shifts and overtime as needed
• Experience with documentation and batch record review in regulated environments
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities
• Experience training and developing team members
• Is reliable and dependable.
• Must demonstrate the ability to effectively adhere to directions.
• Good communication skills.
• The ability to read, speak, and comprehend English

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field
• Technical certifications in manufacturing or relevant field beneficial

Responsibilities

• Establish, upkeep, and run membrane Casting Equipment for LifeASSURE™ line operations.
• Arrange all Membrane Casting Equipment such as cutting and slitting equipment.
• Instruct operators on accurate methods of operating equipment.
• Keep records and locations of batches produced.
• Assess Membrane Casting Equipment and partner with the appropriate team members to resolve any issues identified.
• Assist other department members (in any classification) as needed to ensure safety and improve output.
• Perform various production operations including the operation of multiple machines, where it can be done safely, and fill in on positions throughout manufacturing as required.
• Assist in the training of other employees as necessary.
• Work with others under the team's guidelines when and where appropriate.
• Observe all company and OSHA safety rules and practices.
• Access information via computer.
• Keep work area clean and orderly.
• Must meet or exceed all established housekeeping and safety standards.
• Perform other related duties as the need arises or assigned.

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