Sr Manufacturing Technician - 2nd Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Hartford, CT

1d•$21 - $31

About The Position

The Sr Manufacturing Technician executes advanced manufacturing operations and serves as a knowledgeable resource within the team. The role applies technical expertise, leadership behaviors, and effective communication to support training, troubleshooting, and process improvements. It ensures compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards and contributes to operational excellence and continuous improvement aligned with Thermo Fisher’s 4i Values: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement. The position operates a polypropylene carding line according to SOPs, standard work, and MLC parameters; monitors material flow and process conditions; adjusts process parameters; and verifies that finished products meet specifications. It performs inspections and documents production and quality data, supports troubleshooting, maintenance, and changeovers, trains team members, and contributes to Lean/PPI initiatives. The role also maintains a safe, clean, organized, and audit-ready work area and handles materials, including hazardous waste, in accordance with regulations. This is a second-shift role, Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Starting wage is $26.90 per hour plus a 10% shift differential. The estimated hourly pay range for this position based in Connecticut is $20.72–$31.08. The position may also be eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, laboratory setting, or related field.
Ability to lift 40 pounds without assistance.
Adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) safety standards and cleanroom requirements.
Ability to stand for the full shift.
No contact lenses allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided.
Compliance with PPE requirements, which may include safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, and ear plugs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities

Execute advanced manufacturing operations with a high level of technical proficiency.
Operate the polypropylene carding line in accordance with SOPs, standard work, and MLC parameters.
Monitor continuous material flow and process conditions to ensure stable production.
Make real-time adjustments to process parameters, including heat settings, fiber thickness, and line speed.
Ensure finished product meets airflow, basis weight, and dimensional specifications.
Stop production when safety, quality, or equipment performance is at risk.
Perform first-piece and in-process inspections, including airflow, basis weight, and dimensional checks.
Interpret test results and adjust process parameters to maintain compliance.
Accurately and promptly document production and quality data in QA systems.
Maintain compliance with cGMP, safety, and regulatory standards.
Review batch records, labeling, and documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Troubleshoot process or equipment issues and support their resolution.
Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance activities.
Report and escalate equipment malfunctions or abnormal conditions.
Support product changeovers and ensure equipment readiness.
Train and support team members on standard work, processes, and best practices.
Assist with onboarding and developing new operators.
Maintain required training qualifications and certifications and serve as a technical resource for the team.
Identify improvement opportunities and contribute to root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Participate in and support Lean/PPI initiatives and cross-functional collaboration.
Support process improvements that enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Follow plant and departmental safety policies.
Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work area using 5S.
Identify and report safety hazards, process risks, and quality concerns.
Handle materials, including hazardous waste, in accordance with regulations.

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).
10 paid holidays annually.
Paid parental leave: 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.
Accident and life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy.
Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), allowing eligible colleagues to purchase company stock at a discount.
Potential eligibility for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results.