Senior Upstream Processing Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific • St. Louis, MO

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Downstream Processing Technician III to join their world-class team in St. Louis. This role involves playing a vital part in the flawless execution of manufacturing batch records, work instructions, and SOPs. The technician will assist in maintaining the suite, supplies, equipment, logbooks, and data to strict cGMP standards, contributing to the success of manufacturing operations. The position requires a proactive approach and keen attention to detail to ensure tasks are completed correctly the first time. The role also involves critical evaluation of processes, foresight, and prioritization based on production schedules.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with +2 years of experience OR Bachelor's Degree
• Experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field
• Experience in a cGMP environment
• Knowledge of cGMP practices, aseptic techniques, or chemical concepts
• Subject Matter Expert on processing steps
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Strong math skills
• Detail oriented
• Results Driven
• MS Office
• Able to demonstrate practical knowledge with successful outcomes
• Able to recognize problems developing, not just occurring
• Able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Able to understand and carry out instructions
• Reliable
• Effectively multi-task
• Able to work in an environment of change
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to lift minimum of 25 lbs independently
• Able to stand for 80% of shift

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree
• Qualified to train other employees

Responsibilities

• Execution of manufacturing batch records, work instructions and/or SOPs, with focus on proactive ‘right the first time’ executions.
• Assist with batch record reconciliation.
• Assist in all Department functions, such as maintaining suite, supplies, equipment, logbooks and data in accordance with site SOPs and policies.
• Documentation of all activities to meet cGMP requirements.
• Complete document reviews and revisions.
• Daily record review, tasks, and databases.
• Actively provide feedback.
• Participate/Lead in shift exchanges, 1-1’s, meetings, attend meetings as needed to facilitate area needs based on changes, etc. (lean activities).
• Support a quality investigation by answering questions, providing feedback and making suggestions for improvement.
• Practices and promotes safe work habits and adheres to safety procedures and guidelines.
• Critical evaluation of processes, including foresight and thinking ahead.
• Ensure tasks are performed with a method of prioritization - interpret production schedules and complete tasks accordingly.
• Qualified to train other employees.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED