Manufacturing Technician II

Work Schedule

7 1/2 hr shift

Environmental Conditions

Standing for full shift

Job Description

When you’re part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do exciting work, and join a team that values performance, quality and innovation. As part of a successful, growing global organization you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create significant contributions to the world.

Job description:

Packing of all types of chemicals into multiple styles of containers and outer packaging, following procedures and standing safety instructions.

Role and work-time flexibility are important factors. Time is of the essence.

Crucial Duties & Responsibilities (not necessarily in order of importance)

• Follow the details given in schedules (works orders) and understand the packaging requirements.

• Ensure all unsafe incidents and accidents are reported in a timely manner, reports are written and returned to the EHS department according to procedure.

• Fill all packaging Materials and styles and sizes of container, on different Equipment both automatic and manual.

• Use a wide range of measuring and weighing equipment.

• Complete transactions on a computer based system for finished materials.

• Assemble the constituents of a variety of packs correctly and to seal and label them accurately in order to align with UN legislation.

• Responsible for checking that batch numbers and chemical code numbers given on the schedule matches that on the labels and the product container.

• Be aware of own and staff’s responsibilities for Health and Safety and the Environment. Following the appropriate procedures, ensure compliance with manual handling, COSHH & waste handling as the need arises; follow safe and environmentally sound working practices.

• Logistics; prioritise or physically move/collect containers of chemicals up to 1000L IBCs, 200L drums, 25kg sacks etc Understand and work with the Company Systems. Such as Master control, Standard Operating procedures, Work Instructions.

• Label containers with supply labels and designated UN labels when appropriate.

• Palletise completed packs and where appropriate strapping or stretch wrapping to allow safe transfer to the finished good’s warehouse.

• Assist with the movement of raw materials and finished goods to all areas of the company whenever appropriate.

• Process returned packaging for reuse. Make sure you are following COSHH for hazardous nature of the materials being handled and possible compatibility problems.

• Work with due care and attention and in accordance with prescribed safety guidelines. Adhering to the company policy, including the wearing of Personal Protective Equipment.

• Carry out routine inspection and quality checks.

• Make sure that the product quality and measures accurate and clean to prevent possible contamination.

• Carry out regular maintenance on equipment as critical to Safety and efficiency.

• Be prepared to move between Departments within the Company.

• Carry out housekeeping duties are to be carried out on each shift, so we can make the area safer and more inviting to people in that area

• Stock Control of disposal of redundant materials.

• Take active part in improvement initiatives within the Department.

• 5,s Events

• Kaizen Events

• Total Productive Maintenance

• Autonomous Maintenance

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Minimum GCSE, A-level or Diploma

• Awareness of environmental, health and safety issues. Ability to follow procedures/work instructions etc. Ability to meet strict quality requirements. Learn new processes to provide support for other team members. Interested in improving work methods and conditions. Ability to carry out computer transactions. Focus on meeting customer delivery requirements.

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonuses, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation!

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 (https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/5-reasons-to-work-at-thermo-fisher-scientific) . As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values – Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement – working together to accelerate research, tackle sophisticated scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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.