Supervisor Technical Operations at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Life Sciences, Biotechnology, ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in a science related field
  • Minimum 5 years experience in Mechanical, Electrical, and Controls Systems
  • Minimum 2 years people management and leadership experience
  • Strong level of mechanical and electrical proficiency
  • Strong Technical Writing Skills
  • 2+ Years experience creating, implementing, and sustaining preventative maintenance schedules
  • Ability to work with little supervision and prioritize multiple tasks concurrently
  • Familiarity and understanding of core Engineering principles and practices, Quality Systems and Requirements
  • Experience with Maintenance Management Systems (Maximo, SAP)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 Suite of applications (Word, Excel, Teams, Visio)
  • Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance (up to 50 pounds with team lift guidelines)
  • Able to stand, sit, walk, squat frequently and at length
  • Vision: Clear vision at 20” or less, distance vision at 20 ft or more, color and peripheral acuity, fixed point depth perception
  • Adherence to Cleanroom standards (no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc.)
  • Ability to work in Cold Room/Freezers (-22°F/-6°C), Office, with PPE (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), and hazardous/toxic materials
  • Availability for 2nd Shift (2:30 PM – 1:30 AM, Monday – Thursday)

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and oversee the daily activities of 1-10 employees
  • Apply Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) in all areas of responsibility
  • Remain informed of business deliverables and priorities while effectively communicating strategically bi-directionally via tier meetings and leader boards
  • Collaboratively define equipment uptime deliverables and report out on metrics
  • Define, implement, and deliver equipment analytics trends (where applicable)
  • Ensure proper coverage and response to business needs and production demands
  • As a Frontline leader and SME, perform and troubleshoot equipment setups, repairs, maintenance, and calibrations in accordance with Regulatory and Site policies and procedures
  • Perform Break/Fix and Preventive Maintenance operations
  • Perform initial, annual, and periodic review of equipment documentation
  • Perform investigations, write process deviations, identify root cause, and implement corrective actions via the CAPA process
  • Participate in Process Performance Initiatives through approved PPI tools and processes
  • Support all customers both internal and external with meeting site critical metrics
  • Demonstrate and promote the company vision of the 4 I values: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement
  • Act with professionalism, accountability, and integrity in all business-related functions
  • Perform other responsibilities as assigned to meet the needs of business

Skills

cGMP
GMP Safety Standards
Maximo
SAP
Equipment Maintenance
Equipment Repair
Equipment Calibration
Troubleshooting
Maintenance Management Systems

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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