Operator II Manufacturing

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Warehouse, 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.

Job Title:                                 Manufacturing Technician

Reports to:                              Site Manager

Group / Division:                     LSG Operations

Career Band:                           2

Job Family:                              Operations

Job Sub Family:                      Manufacturing

Job Code:                                OPS.MFGA.P02

Job Track:                               Associate

Position Location:                   Newcastle

Number of Direct Reports:       0

Position Summary:

Manufacture raw and sterile liquids for use in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry following established protocols and instructions. The products are scientific in nature and this role would suit a team member with an interest in science and manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete day-to-day production activities in conformance with specifications, standard operating procedures, and cGMP/ISO principles.
• Manage raw processing and sterile / cleanroom operational activities including setup, dispensing, monitoring sampling and testing with limited supervision.
• Manage sterile serum filtration operational activities, including setup, pooling, filtering and integrity testing.
• Assist with logistical processes for finished goods, semi-finished goods and raw materials including packing, inwards goods receipt, loading and unloading freight.

• Completion of Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR’s), ensuring that all information is timely, accurate, legible and correct to guarantee traceability.
• Communicate production issues and potential solutions to Production Supervisor and/or Team Leader as they arise.
• Balance multiple tasks and prioritize critical tasks.
• Uses experience and logic to solve moderate to complex problems within process guidelines and assists others to do the same.

• Participate in EHS system by adhering to policies and procedures and reporting hazards to ensure a safe and healthy workplace environment.
• Contribute to the revision of manufacturing documentation including batch manufacturing records (BMR’s) and standard operating procedures (SOP’s).
• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned to contribute to the efficient operation of the team and business.

Working Conditions:

• Working in a controlled, cleanroom environment and warehouse. Is required to lift up to 20kg. May be required to stand for long periods of time while performing duties. Must be able to work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials. Must be able to work overtime and be flexible around hours of work including working Tuesday to Saturday shifts as required.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Experience in cGMP manufacturing and/or analytical laboratories is preferred.
• Science related qualification is desirable.
• Good mechanical aptitude.

Competencies:

• Interpersonal skills – Relates openly, comfortably and professionally with diverse groups of people.
• Teamwork/Cooperation – Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Embraces process improvement – Embraces continuous improvement by using company process improvements tools to improve processes and solve problems.
• Problem solving/decision making – Seeks appropriate data and utilises available problem solving tools before making decisions.
• Focuses on growth – Works to meet business goals set by management.

Personal Qualities:

• Proactive, anticipate needs
• Motivated to get the job done and motivates others
• Takes ownership
• Demonstrates flexibility
• Ability to multi-task

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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