Operator I, Manufacturing - Lenexa, KS (2nd Shift) at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Lenexa, Kansas, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Pharmaceutical, Food, Biotechnology, Clinical LaboratoriesIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Communicate efficiently in English, both verbal and written
Understand and perform basic math
Ability to stand for extended periods of time (around 10 hours a day)
Ability to use push/pull force of up to 80 lbs
Ability to lift product up to 50 lbs
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
Compliance with cleanroom requirements: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc
Ability to work in environment with loud noises, strong odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products), hazardous/toxic materials, and standing for full shift
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when needed (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Responsibilities

Follow all written procedures (SOP’s, DHR’s, etc.) and report discrepancies to the Area Supervisor
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when needed
Perform all work activities in a safe manner and maintain a safe and clutter-free work area; clean up all spills immediately
Listen to, follow, and relay written and verbal instructions in English
Report property damage and/or safety hazards to the Supervisor, Human Resources, Safety Specialist, or Senior Management immediately
Document accurately, check personal work for quality and compliance, and continuously supervise product for defects
Efficiently and safely operate assigned machinery, perform simple maintenance, make necessary adjustments, and report malfunctioning equipment immediately to Supervisor or Lead
Maintain a clean and organized work area, including all assigned equipment
Read, understand, and complete required documentation accurately and neatly in accordance with established policies and procedures
Set up and adjust machine to operate a variety of sizes and types using tools
Actively engage in making suggestions for process improvement and encourage an atmosphere of partnership
Carry out the production process by closely following Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Standard Work Instruction Documents related to assembly, materials handling, equipment operation, and finished goods' packaging

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

GMPSOPManufacturingAssemblyMaterials HandlingEquipment OperationPackagingCleanroom ProtocolsPPE

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What shift does this position work?

This is a full-time second shift (afternoons) position.

Where is this job located?

The position is located in Lenexa, KS.

What are the physical requirements for this role?

Candidates must be able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, stand for the full shift, work in a cleanroom with restrictions on hair products, jewelry, makeup, etc., and handle hazardous materials while wearing PPE.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills make a strong candidate for this manufacturing operator role?

Strong candidates will have attention to detail for following SOPs, documenting accurately, operating machinery safely, and maintaining quality compliance in a GMP environment.

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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