Sr Formulation Technician - 12hr Day Shift

Work Schedule

Flex 12 hr shift/days

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, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

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.

Compensation: $27.00 - 30.50/HR

Location: 5 Commerce Boulevard Plainville, MA

Shift: Day Shift - 12-Hour Rotating Shift (2/2/3 format) 7AM-7PM

How will you make an impact?

The Sr. Formulation Technician, Support Services is an associate with a mid to high level of technical expertise and experience. A viable candidate will independently perform routine operations commensurate with their experience and training. They support the day-to-day operation of a cGMP Manufacturing facility and improvement projects. This individual works collaboratively with the team as needed to complete the tasks assigned.

Responsibilities

· Work with team members in the compliant execution of manufacturing activities.

· Act as a high-level technician on the floor as needed. Perform sophisticated activities to include Weigh and Dispense, Solution Prep, and Autoclave operations. In addition, the associate will be cross-trained to be able to perform functions across multiple manufacturing departments.

· Ensure compliance to following written procedures in operation of production equipment and performing processing steps.

· Practice safe work habits and adheres to safety procedures and guidelines.

· Accurately document activities in Batch Records, Logbooks, Forms, etc using good documentation practices.

· Identify deviations to the processes and escalate as required.

· Ability to perform basic troubleshooting and communicate issues per department guidelines.

· Become a SME and qualified trainer on operations.

· Support continuous improvement in process operations and systems.

· Review and revise manufacturing batch records, SOPs, and work instructions.

· Submit work requests through validated maintenance software.

· Support investigations/activities with cross-functional teams as needed.

· Monitor processes using automated production systems and controls with limited supervision.

· Involvement in commissioning, qualification, and validation of manufacturing equipment.

· Participate in tier meetings within department and communicate issues when appropriate.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree or STEM/Biotechnology certificate in related field is a plus

Experience:

• 2+ years' work experience in manufacturing, operations, production or lab setting or related field
• Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment
   

Knowledge/Skill/Abilities

· Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written).

· Strong attention to detail and strive to accomplish the job timely, accurately, and safely the first time is required.

· Must be fluent in English.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

· Must have the ability to aseptically gown into the Manufacturing areas daily.

· Will be regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; sit and to talk or hear.

· Will be required to walk and stoop, or kneel, crouch.

· May be required to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.

· Will be expected to meet the specific vision abilities required by this job which include close vision and ability to adjust focus with tasks.

What We Offer:

Compensation:

• Competitive Hourly Pay Rate!

• Additional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions

• Annual performance-based bonus

• Annual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits:

• Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific

• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1

• Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays

• 401K

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $23.02–$30.69.

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