Operator I, Manufacturing - Lenexa, KS (3rd 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 PPE (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.) when needed

Responsibilities

  • Follow all written procedures (SOP’s, DHR’s, etc.) and report discrepancies to the Area Supervisor
  • Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when needed, referring to job specific job Safety Analysis
  • 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 to adjust machine
  • 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

GMP
SOP
Manufacturing
Assembly
Materials Handling
Equipment Operation
Packaging
Cleanroom Protocols
PPE

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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