Production Operator - (1st Shift)

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift

Job Description

Job Description

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll help our customers make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a Manufacturing Technician II, you will support Zeta Plus & IPC production by operating equipment, following standard work, and helping ensure products meet safety, quality, and compliance requirements.

What You Will Do

• Operate production equipment according to SOPs, work instructions, and safety guidelines.
• Perform basic equipment setup, changeovers, routine checks, and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections to support product quality.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately to maintain traceability and ISO 9001 compliance.
• Identify, report, and escalate issues that may impact safety, quality, compliance, or delivery.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work area using 5S practices.
• Follow all EHS policies, PPE requirements, gowning protocols, and cleanroom standards.
• Support troubleshooting, cross-training, and Practical Process Improvement initiatives.

How You Will Get Here

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

Required:

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing, operations, production, laboratory, or a related field.
• Basic math skills, including formulas, decimals, and fractions.
• Ability to follow procedures and work safely in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $20.00–$23.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards