Sr Operator - Third Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Fairport, NY

2d•$20 - $24

About The Position

The Senior Operator supports daily manufacturing and production activities within a regulated environment. Working with Production Leadership, Quality, Maintenance, and other support functions, this role helps ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established procedures and quality requirements. The Senior Operator supports production execution, employee training, troubleshooting, documentation accuracy, and continuous improvement, while serving as an experienced resource for other operators. The position involves performing and coordinating manufacturing, filling, packaging, labeling, inspection, and related production activities; operating and maintaining production equipment; verifying compliance with controlled procedures and cGMP requirements; and completing accurate production records and in-process checks. The Senior Operator also supports production coordination, material handling, equipment troubleshooting, line clearances and changeovers, safety and housekeeping, shift handoffs, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a third-shift (night) role. Work may take place in controlled manufacturing, cleanroom, refrigerated, or other specialized environments depending on the production area. The role requires standing and walking for extended periods, lifting within site requirements, wearing required PPE, and following EHS, Quality, GMP, and site-specific requirements. The estimated hourly pay range for this position based in New York is $20.00–$24.00, with potential eligibility for a variable annual bonus.

Requirements

High school diploma, secondary education, advanced certificate, or equivalent required.
At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing, production, operations, packaging, laboratory operations, or a related field.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production procedures, and GMP/cGMP.
Ability to read, understand, and consistently follow SOPs, Work Instructions, production records, and other controlled documentation.
Strong attention to detail and ability to complete manufacturing documentation accurately and thoroughly.
Ability to recognize process, equipment, documentation, safety, and quality issues and escalate concerns appropriately.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to perform basic equipment troubleshooting and approved adjustments.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including ability to prioritize multiple production activities.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with a production team and support functions.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to train, coach, and provide guidance to less-experienced operators.
Commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Ability to use manufacturing systems, computers, electronic documentation systems, and standard business applications as required.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
Ability to identify process-improvement opportunities and participate in Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement activities.
Dependable attendance and ability to support production schedules, including overtime, weekends, or alternate shifts when required.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, reach, stoop, push, pull, and perform repetitive manufacturing activities.
Ability to lift and/or move materials and equipment within established site lifting requirements.
Ability to safely operate production equipment and material-handling devices after appropriate training and authorization.
Ability to wear required PPE and follow EHS, Quality, GMP, and site-specific requirements.

Nice To Haves

Technical, vocational, manufacturing, or related certification, where applicable.
Experience in a cGMP/GMP-regulated manufacturing environment.
Previous experience serving as a senior operator, trainer, lead operator, or subject matter expert.
Experience operating, setting up, cleaning, and troubleshooting manufacturing or packaging equipment.
Experience completing and reviewing controlled manufacturing documentation.
Experience working in a cleanroom or controlled manufacturing environment, where applicable.

Responsibilities

Perform and coordinate manufacturing, filling, packaging, labeling, inspection, and other production activities according to approved procedures, production records, and schedules.
Set up, operate, monitor, clean, and perform routine adjustments to manufacturing and production equipment.
Provide guidance, coaching, and hands-on training to Operators I and II on processes, equipment, documentation, safety, and quality requirements.
Assist Production Leadership with daily assignments, line coordination, staffing, workflow, and production priorities.
Verify production work follows approved SOPs, Work Instructions, Batch Records, Production Manufacturing Records, and applicable cGMP requirements.
Perform and accurately document required in-process checks, inspections, measurements, and verifications.
Review production documentation for accuracy, completeness, legibility, and compliance; identify discrepancies and ensure they are addressed according to procedures.
Monitor equipment and production processes for abnormalities, quality concerns, or potential equipment issues; perform first-level troubleshooting and approved adjustments, escalating complex issues as appropriate.
Communicate quality, safety, equipment, material, or process concerns promptly and support investigations when required.
Identify, handle, reconcile, stage, and move materials appropriately; maintain accurate inventory and production records and ensure proper segregation and status identification.
Perform line and equipment clearances, cleaning, sanitation, and changeover activities according to established procedures.
Support startup, shutdown, and product changeover activities to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
Follow required safety procedures and PPE requirements; maintain a clean, safe, organized, inspection-ready work environment using 5S and good housekeeping practices.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and assist with corrective and preventive actions and process improvements.
Promote teamwork, accountability, quality, safety, and procedural adherence on the production floor.
Communicate production status, equipment issues, quality concerns, and outstanding actions during shift handoffs and daily production meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned to support business and operational needs.

Benefits

Competitive pay
Performance-related bonus where eligible; variable annual bonus eligibility based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy
Annual merit performance-based increase
Medical insurance plans
Dental insurance plans
Vision insurance plan
Paid time off/annual leave, including at least 120 hours of PTO
10 paid holidays annually
Paid parental leave, including 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave
Accident and life insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Employee referral bonus
Career advancement opportunities
Employee assistance and family support programs
Commuter benefits
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan with an opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount