Lead Formulation Technician (Steriles East) - 8hr, 1st shift

at  Thermo Fisher Scientific

EDUCATION

• High school diploma/equivalent is minimally required.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 2 years of manufacturing experience in a regulated environment, preferably in Steriles.
• Strong technical background.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Knowledge of sterile operations including aseptic techniques, sterilization and compounding.
• Leadership ability
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams comprised of diverse individuals.
• Ability and desire to learn
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to achieve and maintain qualifications to work in a clean-room environment.
• Ability to drive a fork lift and other mobile equipment to locate product and equipment as needed.
• Good attendance record.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic technology skills.
• Flexibility with departmental work schedules, including overtime and all shift operations.
• Effective problem solving skills.
• Reliable and consistent work ethic.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Position requires ordinary ambulatory skills and physical coordination sufficient to move about office locations; ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch periodically for prolonged periods of time; manipulation (lift, carry, move) of light to medium weights of 10-35 pounds; arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp and type for prolonged periods of time; visual acuity to use a keyboard, computer monitor, operate equipment, and read materials for prolonged periods of time; ability to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear for prolonged periods of time.
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $25 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or growing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our distributed team of more than 75,000 colleagues delivers an outstanding combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services and Patheon. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status

• This position will start off as an 8-hour-Day shift position, but will ultimately transition into a 12-hour shift position. The candidate will also need to be flexible to support other shifts when needed.
• Receive daily assignments and manufacturing schedule from Supervisor. Assign work to self, and shift so that schedule can be met. Follow up on repairs by maintenance and coordinate these with schedule. Coordinate validation work with schedule. Collaborate with supervisor if there is a problem meeting the schedule. Prevent work loss to inefficiencies by maintaining secondary jobs for workers.
• Ensure processors perform manufacturing processes efficiently. Perform some manufacturing processes. Apply aseptic technique knowledge and ensure processors comply. Ensure tanks maintained on CIP/SIP. Assist in manufacturing batches as needed.
• Maintain quality products and equipment in manufacturing. Observe and make sure all current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), safety precautions and housekeeping practices in performing duties. Align with cGMP, Occupational Safety Health Agency (OSHA) and company rulings. Keep area neat and clean.
• Maintain accurate production records. Perform needed formula calculations. Review formulas for accuracy and completion. Maintain records of daily product manufacturing. Report material use and production yields. Make entries into logbooks, transfer sheets, charts and other paperwork.
• Evaluate problems, and assist with problem solving and carry out corrective actions.
• Assist supervisor in training processors and servicers in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), cGMPs, safety procedures, in performance of various manual, visual or mechanized tasks. Maintain own skills by participation in training programs. work with processors/servicers on performance and give feedback to employees and supervisor
• Perform duties as assigned.