Setup Associate

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery)

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.

DESCRIPTION:

• Observes safety rules for self and others and insures that all safety guards and devices are in place and in good condition.
• Responsible for proper care of molds and machines, and inspects molds during and after installation.
• Responsible for following the die traveler system.
• Positions assembled molds in press and removes molds and secondary equipment after run.
• Monitors machine cycle times and assure that they are at or below standard cycle.
•  Responsible for correcting and/or reporting out of standard performance.
• Responsible for machine adjustments per engineering set-up sheets, following all pertinent quality work instructions (QWI’s).  Fills in monitored set-up sheets and writes necessary MCP’s and tool room work notifications.
• Responsible for checking periodically for maintenance problems on machines and write work orders as necessary.
• Responsible for notifying supervisor when assistance from external department is needed.
• Responsible for checking periodically for maintenance/tool room problems on machines and write work orders as necessary.
• Identifies different resins used and assures that appropriate resin is used for a job.
• Responsible for machine and mold safety.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and orderly department.
• Involved with basic process troubleshooting
• Support engineering as required
• Attend and participate in daily communication meetings as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Preferred Fields of Study: Technical
• Strong electrical/electronic troubleshooting skills including PLC systems and controls
• Experience with Building Management Systems (BMS) and computerized maintenance management systems
• Demonstrated proficiency in mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
• Proficiency in preventive/corrective maintenance procedures and documentation
• Knowledge of cGMP requirements and FDA regulations
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment specifications
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience with hazardous materials handling and safety procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems
• Physical ability to lift up to 50-70 lbs
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and participate in on-call rotation
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with teams
• Strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures
• Experience mentoring and training others preferred

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $23.00–$32.00.

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