Thermo Fisher

NGS Manufacturing Operator II - 2nd Shift

Carlsbad, California, USA Full time

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

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.

Location/Division Specific Information:
Carlsbad, CA. This position supports Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) manufacturing operations in a controlled laboratory and cleanroom environment. The team focuses on producing high-quality reagents and kits that enable advanced genomic research and diagnostics worldwide.

How Will You Make an Impact?:
You will contribute directly to the production of NGS products by executing manufacturing processes, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards. Your work will support timely delivery of critical tools that empower customers to advance scientific discovery and improve patient outcomes.


Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

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:

  • Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and GMP/ISO guidelines accurately
  • Ability to operate, monitor, and perform basic troubleshooting on manufacturing equipment
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills with the ability to manage tasks in a fast-paced production environment


Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours) and perform repetitive tasks requiring good manual dexterity. Must be able to safely lift and handle materials up to 40 lbs. Work is performed in a controlled laboratory and cleanroom environment requiring the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to strict safety and quality standards.

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 California is $16.78–$21.55.

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