Operator II - Second Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Marietta, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operator supports the manufacturing process by operating machinery to provide high-quality parts for work cells and meet scheduled production demands. The role is based at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Marietta Manufacturing site, part of the Laboratory Products Division, which produces laboratory equipment, accessories, and services used in research and pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications. The Operator sets up and operates machines, verifies machine settings and programmed controls, and monitors production to meet quality and output goals. The role uses drawings, specifications, manuals, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, operating sequences, and setup requirements. The Operator also monitors machine performance, troubleshoots production issues, records and tracks production data in SAP, and handles materials and parts. Work involves standing for the shift, bending, reaching, handling bulky parts, and frequently lifting up to 35 pounds; the environmental conditions also state the ability to lift 40 pounds without assistance. Adherence to GMP and safety standards is required, and some PPE is required. This position is scheduled for second shift, 3 p.m. to 1 a.m. Pay is $20 per hour plus a 15% second-shift differential. A high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of relevant work experience are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of work experience in manufacturing, operations, production, a laboratory setting, or a related field.
Ability to read and differentiate part numbers, labels, and work instructions.
Computer and keyboarding skills.
Ability to read part drawings or familiarity with them.
Growth mindset and eagerness to learn.
Ability to adhere to safety standards and work safely around moving equipment.
Able to lift 40 pounds without assistance.
Able to stand for the full shift.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate machines, perform trial runs to verify settings or programmed control data, and continue operation to meet production goals.
Calculate and set machine controls and enter commands to edit programs for quality production.
Verify setup accuracy, including size and forming sequence, using test pieces, the first production piece, and checks at subsequent intervals.
Use blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, operation sequences, and setup requirements.
Observe machine operation, detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance results, and adjust machine controls or settings as needed.
Troubleshoot work-related problems to maintain production and quality goals while minimizing equipment attrition.
Use the plant-wide SAP computer system to enter and track production data.
Measure and count materials and parts and coordinate them to monitor production quality and volume.
Clean scale or scrap from dies using an air hose or brush.
Grind burrs and sharp edges using a portable grinder.