Formulation Scientist I

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Medical Technology (equivalent experience accepted).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Position may require frequent communication and walking to other areas in which designated PPE will be required.
• Must be able to successfully complete a Respirator Fit Test within 6 months of hire.
• Position will require sitting and standing.
• Ability to lift materials weighing up to 110 pounds. Employee to employ traditional lifting techniques for materials up to 75 lbs. Items over 75 lbs will require the employee to use non-traditional techniques including push-pull method, automated lifts, and other equipment or additional techniques. Employee will be trained in these techniques upon employment. Employees already in position will require one-time training.
  This position is not approved for relocation benefits

• Calculate raw material volumes required for each batch to meet manufacturing schedule and product specifications.
• Follow detailed processing documentation to process base serums, Clinical Chemistry reagents, intermediates, and final serum products.
• Plan intermediates at proper times to ensure target production dates are met.
• Prepare and inspect equipment for chemical and bio-formulations.
• Follow prescribed directions to formulate the volume of the product specified in the production schedule.
• Responsible for cleaning and routine maintenance of equipment.
• Maintain complete and accurate production records in conformance with GMP and FDA requirements.
• Perform basic laboratory analytical testing.
• Input data into a computerized material control system.
• Continuously monitor work area for unsafe conditions and take immediate action to correct.
• Ensure quality of product produced.
• Operate lifting equipment if required.
• Follow all safety requirements including PPE.
• Perform other assigned duties.