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.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

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.

About Us: 

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific at our Penrose facility, producing world-class cell culture media and freeze-dried powder products under the Gibco brand, used globally in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries.

The Role: 

We are seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join our Biomanufacturing Unit. You'll process animal blood-derived material into sterile liquid and freeze-dried products. This full-time position rotates between afternoon shift and night shift, based on business needs.  Afternoon shift operates 9:00am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday. Night shift operates 2:30pm to 1:00am, Tuesday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily production activities following defined procedures.
• Maintain cGMP and ISO standards.
• Perform manual handling tasks and operate various machines.
• Communicate production issues to supervisors.

Keys to Success:

Education:

• A science-related qualification is optional.

Experience:

• Preferred experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable but not essential, as on-the-job training is provided.

• Good mechanical proficiency.

Skills:

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate effectively.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Work in a critical hygiene environment.
• Capable of manual handling tasks, including lifting up to 20kg.
• Safely handle chemicals and hazardous materials.

Benefits

Join our team and take advantage of these great benefits! to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer.

• Health & Wellbeing: Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits including company paid private health insurance and risk benefits insurance (via selected company provider), wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues.
• Flexibility: Balance your work and personal life with flexible arrangements.
• Extra Leave: Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.
• Charitable Giving & Volunteering: Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.
• Learning & Development: Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

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