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. As a leading company in the scientific research industry, they are dedicated to enabling their customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. In this role, the technician will have the opportunity to work with a team of exceptional professionals and play a vital role in the flawless execution of manufacturing batch records, work instructions, and SOPs. Their keen attention to detail and proactive approach will ensure that all tasks are completed right the first time. Additionally, they will assist in maintaining the suite, supplies, equipment, logbooks, and data to strict cGMP standards, contributing to the success of manufacturing operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with +2 years of experience OR Bachelor's Degree
• Knowledge of cGMP practices, aseptic techniques, or chemical concepts- preferred
• Subject Matter Expert on processing steps- preferred
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Strong math skills
• Detail oriented
• Results Driven
• MS Office
• Qualified to train other employees- preferred
• 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
• Be willing to wear a full gowning suit which includes: bodysuit, gloves, hair & beard nets, face covers, and safety glasses.
• Ability to adhere to clean room gowning requirements, including wearing Tyvek, Nitrile, and/or Latex gloves
• Ability to lift minimum of 25 lbs independently
• Ability to stand for 80% of shift

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field
• Experience in a cGMP environment

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.

Benefits

• Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior