Production Worker - 2nd shift

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

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, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, 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.), Warehouse

Job Description

Role Summary  

Performs manufacturing operations in Betapure/IPC with guidance and increasing proficiency while following SOPs and standard work. Supports adherence to safety, quality, and ISO 9001 requirements while contributing to a culture of compliance. Performs first-piece and in-process inspections and applies stop-at-defect practices to prevent errors. Maintains accurate documentation and traceability of work performed. Escalates issues impacting safety, quality, or delivery to supervision. Participates in Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives while building technical skills and cross-functional knowledge.  

Key Responsibilities  

Manufacturing Operations  

Operate production equipment in accordance with SOPs, work instructions, and safety guidelines  

Monitor equipment performance and notify supervision of issues impacting operations  

Perform basic equipment setup and changeovers following established procedures  

Support production output to meet established safety, quality, and productivity targets  

Stop production and escalate when conditions pose a risk to safety, quality, or compliance  

Quality & Compliance  

Perform first-piece and in-process inspections in accordance with defined procedures  

Ensure products meet established quality standards and escalate discrepancies  

Apply stop-at-defect principles and follow escalation procedures  

Accurately label materials and support traceability of production activities  

Complete required documentation and recording of production/quality data accurately in compliance with ISO 9001 integrity requirements  

Equipment & Maintenance  

Perform routine equipment checks and basic preventative maintenance tasks  

Identify and report equipment or process issues to appropriate personnel  

Support maintenance and engineering teams during troubleshooting activities  

Safety & Work Environment  

Follow all Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) policies and procedures  

Maintain a clean, organized, and inspection-ready work area (5S)  

Consistently utilize required personal protective equipment (PPE)  

Contribute to a safe and team-oriented work environment  

Education  

High school diploma or equivalent required  

Experience  

Required:   

Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field  

Basic math skills including use of formulas, decimals, and fractions  

Preferred:    

Experience in ISO 9001 environment  

Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently with minimal supervision  

Experience with production equipment and quality testing  

Physical Requirements  

Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing or controlled cleanroom environment  

Ability to s tand and walk for an 8-hour period while performing repetitive tasks  

Safely handle materials and operate equipment within defined environmental conditions  

Lift, carry, push, and pull materials or equipment up to 50 lbs as required  

Maintain workstation organization to support safety and operational flow  

Consistently wear required PPE and follow all safety and gowning protocols  

Adhere to cleanroom standards, including proper gowning, hygiene, and contamination control practices  

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $17.71–$26.56.

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