Sr Operator, 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

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 125,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission - enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. Surrounded by collaborative colleagues, you’ll have the support and opportunities that only a global leader can give you. Our respected, growing organization has an exceptional strategy for the near term and beyond. Take your place on our strong team, and help us make significant contributions to the world.

Job Title:                                 Sr Operator, Manufacturing

Reports to:                              Site Manager

Group / Division:                     LSG Operations

Career Band:                           3

Job Family:                              Operations

Job Sub Family:                      Manufacturing

Job Code:                                OPS.MFGA.P03

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.
• Complete raw processing and sterile / cleanroom operational activities including setup, dispensing, monitoring sampling and testing with limited supervision.
• Complete sterile serum filtration operational activities, including setup, pooling, filtering and integrity testing.

• Completion of Batch Manufacturing Records (BMR’s), ensuring that all information is timely, accurate, legible and correct to guarantee traceability.
• Contribute to the revision, issue and control of manufacturing documentation on site, including batch manufacturing records (BMR’s), standard operating procedures (SOP’s) and forms.
• Communicate production issues and potential solutions to Production Supervisor and/or Team Leader as they arise.
• Balance multiple tasks and prioritize critical tasks.
• Acts as Subject Matter Expert within the team.
• Uses experience and logic to solve moderate to complex problems within process guidelines and assists others to do the same.
• Participates in PPI activities (Kaizens and JDIs) as appropriate and regularly utilizes continuous improvement methodologies in daily work.

• Participate in EHS system by adhering to SafeWork NSW legislation, company policies and procedures and reporting hazards to ensure a safe and healthy workplace environment.
• Perform other related duties as required and/or assigned to contribute to the efficient operation of the team and business.

Working Conditions:

• Works in a controlled, cleanroom environment, analytical laboratory 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