Operator II, Manufacturing (Label Printing)
About The Position
The Operator II, Manufacturing (Label Printing) supports label printing and labeling operations for diagnostic kit manufacturing at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Fremont, California site in a cGMP-regulated environment. This is a full-time, regular position. The work is performed on the first shift, with standard hours of 6:00 AM to 2:45 PM, Monday through Friday. Start and end times may flex based on production demand, and the role requires openness to after-hours and weekend overtime as needed. The position operates moderately complex label-printing equipment and prints and applies labels to bottles, vials, and boxes. The operator verifies labels and materials against approved specifications, completes production documentation and inventory updates, and supports production schedules, procedures, and safe work practices. The role involves frequent standing at production and computer workstations and occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 35 pounds. Required PPE includes a lab coat, gloves, and safety glasses; work is subject to GMP safety standards.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED, and at least 2 years of manufacturing, production, or laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to use electronic management systems such as QAD and Oracle to print documents needed for daily work.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow written procedures in English.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
- Ability to organize oneself and maintain assigned work schedules.
- Availability for schedule flexibility, including after-hours and weekend overtime.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in label printing within a GMP or other regulated manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate moderately complex label-printing equipment, making routine adjustments and troubleshooting issues.
- Read and interpret work orders and production schedules to run label-printing jobs.
- Print labels and label bottles, vials, and boxes according to standard procedures.
- Verify printed labels against approved specifications and work-order requirements before and during each run.
- Inspect labels, materials, and container configurations at each setup.
- Perform line clearance, including reconciling and disposing of labels and related materials.
- Complete production documentation accurately, including quantities, times, dates, and in-process entries, in accordance with cGMP and the Quality System.
- Make required material-use entries in QAD.
- Update label and packaging material inventories and support the safe, secure storage and monitoring of in-house supplies.
- Maintain confidentiality of manufacturing data and processes.
- Perform production tasks on different product lines as needed.
- Support the supervisor and production lead in resolving day-to-day scheduling, equipment, and material issues.
- Assist in developing and writing necessary procedures and protocols.
- Handle multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area; notify the supervisor or manager of unsafe conditions or practices and take appropriate corrective action.
- Maintain assigned work schedules.
Benefits
- 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 of paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays annually.
- Paid parental leave, including 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.
- Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), offering eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
- May be eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
