Manufacturing Technician II at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Paisley, Scotland, United Kingdom

Thermo Fisher Scientific Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • National 5 or better in Standard Grade Math, English, and at least one science subject (relevant work experience considered as alternative)
  • At least 1 year experience in a high efficiency manufacturing environment (similar industry suitable)
  • Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
  • Adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety standards
  • Compliance with cleanroom requirements (no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair, etc.)
  • Ability to work in conditions with loud noises, strong odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products), and standing for full shift
  • Willingness to wear PPE (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.)
  • Ability to work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials
  • Ability to perform manual handling tasks that are repetitive and involve standing for long periods
  • Ability to work overtime and a rotating shift pattern
  • Embrace high-paced environment, show passion for industry, driven to continuously improve, and fully engage in team initiatives

Responsibilities

  • Participate in daily briefing and planning to align on goals and tasks
  • Prepare and calibrate equipment/machinery for optimal performance
  • Execute batch manufacturing of cell culture media and reagents, adhering to specifications (prepare, formulate, or package product)
  • Continuously monitor manufacturing processes for quality and efficiency
  • Conduct quality control testing to ensure products meet standards
  • Maintain accurate documentation and records of production activities and quality assessments
  • Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues to minimize downtime
  • Adhere to strict safety protocols and guidelines
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, team leaders, supervisors, and other departments on safety, quality, and service matters
  • Liaise with all levels of organization and interact with customers during site visits
  • Perform end-of-day review and reporting to keep team informed

Skills

GMP
Batch Manufacturing
Quality Control Testing
Equipment Calibration
Process Monitoring
Troubleshooting
Documentation
Cleanroom Operations
PPE
Safety Protocols

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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