Formulation Technician I - 12hr. Rotation Shift (2/2/3) at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Florence, South Carolina, United States

Thermo Fisher Scientific Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Pharmaceuticals, Cell and Gene TherapyIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
  • Ability to aseptically gown and/or sterile gown as needed
  • Required to write, read/review written documentation for extended periods of time
  • Specific vision requirements for this job (close vision implied)
  • Technically capable with basic theoretical comprehension of general biopharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, principles, and processes
  • Basic understanding of current GMP and safety standards
  • Ability to function in a dynamic environment and balance multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Ability to learn new software and tools quickly
  • Ability to make decisions and work with minimal to moderate supervision

Responsibilities

  • Optimally complete work instructions while following procedures and cGMP regulations
  • Acquire job skills and learn company policies and procedures to complete routine tasks
  • Achieve full training status associated with the department
  • Work on routine assignments requiring limited judgment with little or no role in decision-making
  • Stay up to date on required job training
  • Operate automated and manual equipment and conduct associated activities such as sampling, material handling, cleaning, and maintenance in accordance with SOPs, cGMP, and safety guidelines
  • Perform in-process tests (weight, pH) to ensure batches meet specifications
  • Execute manufacturing batch records with focus on "right first time."
  • Adhere to Quality Management Systems by living quality values and holding peers accountable
  • Assist in completion and identification of PPI initiatives and continuous improvements
  • Bring up problems instead of fixing them independently
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment
  • Maintain a culture of safety by identifying near misses, conducting safety walkthroughs, and assisting with resolution of safety observations
  • Ensure chemicals are properly stored and labeled
  • Follow all company policies including safety, training, GDP, clean room gowning, attendance, and PTO
  • Spend 90% of time in the manufacturing suites

Skills

cGMP
Manufacturing
Formulation
Automated Equipment
Manual Equipment
Work Instructions
Job Training

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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