Lead Operator, Manufacturing

Job DescriptionPosition Summary:The Lead Operator, Manufacturing position will work closely with production team leader, managers within Manufacturing Services department and interact with multiple departments to support production demand and ensure achievement of company goals following the 4I values.Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

Minimum of 3-4 years of direct related experience working in a manufacturing environment, 2-year degree preferred

1+ years of leadership experience

1+ years of coaching/training experience preferred

Demonstrated leadership abilities with projects and/or teams.

Must possess immediate knowledge and mechanic experience in operating and troubleshooting complex filling equipment

Strong understanding of Quality System Regulations, cGMP, and ISO; experience with nonconformances and CAPA

Strong interpersonal skills

Superior organizational skills, task management, time management, and attention to detail

Able to adapt to changing needs caused by time, budget, or other constraints

Able to exercise sound judgment in reacting to problems inherent to the process.

Must be highly collaborative, proficient in team management and conflict resolution

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse team members, senior management, and other departments

Strong proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Words, Excel, Power Point)

Experienced in working with potentially hazardous chemicals and human source materials.

Ability to learn and use available software to communicate production issues across operational teams and report daily manufacturing productivity.

Ability to understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to use electronic management systems to print all required documents to complete the daily work as indicated in the production schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage the team’s daily accountability and management boards while keeping department manager updated on performance goals

Provide direction, coordination, training and mentoring for all team members

Ensure that materials are ready for work orders, and that employees are organized to complete daily tasks

Coordinate with Planning team to prioritize work and adhere to production schedule

Participate Practical Process Improvement (PPI), Lean, and 5-S programs while working with other departments to troubleshoot processes/procedures to deliver recommended solutions

Attend required meeting as Department Representative

Manufacture and/or test complex products following cGMP and completes all necessary documentation in accordance with quality system while resolving any department NCARs and CAPAs

Write, review, and modify SOPs, work instructions, and reports

Review and approve completed batch records and other documentation

Perform inventory transactions using MRP system

Track and trend employee performance and equipment productivity, while identifying potential improvements

Participate in inventory management activities

Work with Engineering team to complete equipment validation

Perform other job duties as required by department and/or Management

Benefits:We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company pension, 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.EEO/Reasonable Accommodation:Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.Compensation and BenefitsThe hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is -.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-rewardsThermo 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.