Sr Downstream Formulation Technician at Thermo Fisher Scientific

St Louis, Missouri, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Biotechnology, PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance (or minimum of 25 lbs independently)
Able to stand for 80% of shift
Able to read, write, and communicate in English
Able to understand and carry out instructions
Reliable
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Able to effectively multi-task
Able to work in an environment of change
Willing to wear full gowning suit (bodysuit, gloves, hair/beard nets, face covers, safety glasses) and adhere to cleanroom requirements (no makeup, jewelry, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair, hair products, scented lotions, etc.)
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
Knowledge of cGMP practices, aseptic techniques, or chemical concepts (preferred)
Preferred: Associates Degree with +2 years relevant experience or Bachelor’s degree; Experience in cGMP environment; Subject Matter Expert on processing steps; Qualified to train other employees

Responsibilities

Execution of manufacturing batch records, work instructions, and/or SOPs, with focus on proactive ‘right the first time’ executions
Assist with batch record reconciliation
Assist in all Department functions, such as maintaining suite, supplies, equipment, logbooks, and data in accordance with site SOPs and policies
Documentation of all activities to meet cGMP requirements
Complete document reviews and revisions
Daily record review, tasks, and databases; Actively provide feedback
Participate/Lead in shift exchanges, 1-1’s, meetings, attend meetings as needed to facilitate area needs based on changes (lean activities)
Support quality investigations by answering questions, providing feedback, and making suggestions for improvement
Practice and promote safe work habits and adhere to safety procedures and guidelines
Critical evaluation of processes, including foresight and thinking ahead
Ensure tasks are performed with prioritization - interpret production schedules and complete tasks accordingly

Skills

cGMP

Downstream Processing

Batch Record Execution

SOPs

Manufacturing

GMP Documentation

Cleanroom Protocols

Equipment Maintenance

Logbooks

Biologics

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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