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](https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards)