3rd Shift Manufacturing Operator II

Work Schedule

Third Shift (Nights)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Shift: 11 pm - 7:30 am Mon - Fri

Pay: $21 with 15% shift differential

DESCRIPTION

Location/Division Specific Information:

Middletown VA, CDD

How Will You Make an Impact?:

You will contribute to the QFLP team working primarily in the filler suite.

A Day in the Life:

• Perform daily line-opening procedures to ensure production equipment and work areas are prepared for safe and efficient operations.
• Execute production activities in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Perform equipment changeovers between production runs to support efficient transitions and minimize downtime.
• Connect filling equipment to formulation tanks and install pumps and associated components as required.
• Conduct product fill checks to verify accuracy, consistency, and compliance with established specifications.
• Open, stage, and prepare materials needed to support production operations.
• Prepare and verify product identification labels to ensure accuracy and proper labeling throughout the production process.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while supporting production schedules and operational efficiency.

REQUIREMENTS

Education: (NA or APAC)

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Education: (EMEA)

High School Diploma, Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate, or equivalent. (If a Degree or specific Apprenticeship or Technical Certification is required please modify the first sentence and add the specifics here)

Experience:

Required: Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field

Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Basic Computer Skills: Ability to use computers and basic software applications to enter production data, access work instructions, and complete required documentation.
• Basic Math Skills: Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, to support production activities and product fill verification.
• SOP Comprehension: Ability to read, understand, and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and safety guidelines to ensure consistent and compliant manufacturing operations.
• General Manufacturing Knowledge: Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, including production line setup, equipment changeovers, material preparation, and filling operations.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately perform product fill checks, verify materials, prepare labels, and maintain proper product identification.
• Mechanical Aptitude: Ability to learn and perform basic equipment setup tasks, including pump installation, equipment connections, and routine changeover activities.
• Communication Skills: Ability to effectively communicate with team members and supervisors to support daily production activities and address operational concerns.
• Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize tasks, maintain an organized work area, and support efficient production workflows.
• Safety and Quality Awareness: Ability to follow established safety practices, quality standards, and manufacturing procedures to maintain a safe and compliant work environment.
• Teamwork and Adaptability: Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and adjust to changing production schedules and priorities.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

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What We Offer:

Compensation

Competitive Pay

Performance Related Bonus where eligible

Annual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits

Medical benefits

Paid Time Off/Annual Leave

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Virginia is $16.41-$24.61.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards