Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

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.)

Job Description

Pay Rate: $30.00

2nd Shift 1:00PM to 9:30PM shift differential 10%

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:

Join our manufacturing team as a Lead Operator at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to global health and scientific advancement. In this key role, you'll lead and mentor a team while ensuring consistent execution of production processes in our sterile fill-finish manufacturing facility. You'll support operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Working with advanced technology, you'll coordinate daily manufacturing activities, resolve complex issues, and foster an inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration. This is an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. you'll lead and mentor a team while ensuring consistent execution of production processes. You'll support operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Working with advanced technology, you'll coordinate daily manufacturing activities, resolve complex issues, and foster an inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration. This is an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

Required Education:

High school diploma or GED

Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 3 - 4 years of manufacturing experience, with demonstrated leadership capabilities

• Technical certifications in manufacturing or relevant field beneficial

• Strong knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards and regulatory requirements

• Expert ability to read and interpret manufacturing documentation, SOPs, and technical specifications

• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for manufacturing equipment and processes

• Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and mentor team members

• Troubleshoot minor equipment and process issues; escalate when required

• Perform and oversee filling line setup, changeovers, and shutdowns

• Review and verify batch documentation for accuracy and completeness

• Ability to strictly follow safety protocols and maintain clean room/controlled environment standards

• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in PPE as required

• Flexibility to work various shifts and overtime as needed

• Experience with documentation and batch record review in regulated environments

• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality standards

• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New Jersey is $20.93–$31.40.

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