
Upstream Associate IIl - 12hr. Rotation Shift (Days)
About the role
Work Schedule
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, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description Compensation:
$33.00 – $34.00/hr
Shift Schedule:
12-hour rotating shift (2/2/3 rotation), 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, including weekends and holidays
Discover Impactful Work:
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific and participate in meaningful work that has a tangible impact on the world. As a Manufacturing Associate III, you will play a pivotal role in supporting groundbreaking scientific advancements. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team committed to excellence and innovation.
A Day in the Life:
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Perform manufacturing operations in alignment with cGMP standards
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Demonstrate safe work habits and adhere strictly to safety procedures
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Participate in Tier 1 meetings and support team readiness
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Maintain GMP Kanban to support production flow
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Spend the majority of time (80–90%) on the manufacturing floor
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet production goals
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Support continuous improvement initiatives and tech transfer activities
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Identify and implement process efficiency improvements
Keys to Success: Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience:
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Proven knowledge of cGMP
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Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multi-priority environment
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
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Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures precisely
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Ability to maintain sterile credentials and work in a cleanroom environment
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Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
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Working knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices and pharmaceutical equipment
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
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Ability to gown aseptically/sterile as required
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Vision abilities including near, far, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment
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Ability to sit and stand for extended periods
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Ability to lift, push, pull up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks such as walking, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching
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Ability to work a 12-hour rotating shift in a 24/7 operation, including weekends and holidays
What We Offer: Compensation:
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Competitive hourly pay
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Annual performance-based bonus
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Annual merit performance-based increase
Excellent Benefits:
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Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits effective Day 1
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Paid Time Off & designated paid holidays
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401(k)
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Tuition reimbursement
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Employee referral bonus
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Career advancement opportunities
Compensation and Benefits
The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $23.02–$34.25.
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:
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A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
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Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
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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
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Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
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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
Benefits and perks
•401(k)
•Paid Time Off
•Parental Leave
•Tuition Reimbursement
Required skills
GMP
Cleanroom operations
Manufacturing
Safety compliance
PPE usage
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