Lead Operator Manufacturing

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Work Schedule 10 hr shift/days 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, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, 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.), Various outside weather conditions, Warehouse, 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. 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. 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. REQUIREMENTS: • 4 years of manufacturing experience, with demonstrated leadership capabilities • Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field • 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 • Proficiency with manufacturing software systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite • 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 • Experience training and developing team members Thermo Fisher Scientific recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its microbiology business to Astorg, a leading pan-European private equity firm with deep expertise in healthcare, focused on a select set of subsectors, including pharmaceutical services and technology, medtech and related services, life science tools and diagnostics. This decision follows a thoughtful evaluation as part of Thermo Fisher’s ongoing business strategy to actively manage and strengthen our portfolio. We expect the transaction will be completed in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and applicable regulatory approvals. Until the transaction is complete, Thermo Fisher will continue to operate the business. If you join the microbiology business prior to the close of the transaction, your employment is expected to transition to Astorg. For more information, please review: Thermo Fisher’s press release Astorg press release