Equipment Operator, Clinical Labeling Services – Bohemia, NY

Work Schedule

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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, including protecting the environment, ensuring food safety and helping find cures for cancer.

Location/Division Specific Information

Clinical Labeling Services, part of the Clinical Trials Division and located in Bohemia, New York, provides leading clinical label design, production and management services for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Our advanced inspection software, in-house variable and non-variable print capabilities, and proprietary translation and regulatory approval systems are designed to reduce overall clinical trial label cycle times.

Available Shifts:

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

• 3rd Shift: 11:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.

Pay Range: $24.00 – $26.00 per hour

Additional shift differential applies to 2nd and 3rd shift positions.

How Will You Make an Impact?

As an Equipment Operator, you will play a critical role in supporting the safe, accurate and efficient production of clinical trial labels. You will operate computerized and automated equipment used to print, inspect, process and manufacture a variety of label constructions according to client-approved specifications.

Working in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing environment, you will help ensure finished products meet stringent quality and compliance requirements while following current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WIs).

Depending on production needs and training, Equipment Operators may support multiple technologies and pieces of equipment, including digital inkjet printing, automated inspection, Onsert and related label manufacturing equipment.

A Day in the Life

• Set up, operate and monitor automated and non-automated label manufacturing, printing and inspection equipment in accordance with approved production documentation.

• Manufacture a wide variety of clinical label constructions according to client-approved proofs, specifications and associated documentation.

• Set up computerized production runs and process variable and/or static label information using proprietary software applications, including CLPS.

• Monitor label production throughout the manufacturing process to ensure accuracy, completeness and conformance to established quality standards.

• Apply cGMP requirements, SOPs and WIs in all areas of responsibility while maintaining accurate and complete production documentation.

• Perform equipment setup, changeovers, adjustments and basic troubleshooting to support efficient production and minimize downtime.

• Handle rolled and/or fanfold label materials and perform activities such as roll splicing and bulk label transfers, as applicable to assigned equipment.

• Inspect finished product and maintain accountability for product quality throughout the manufacturing process.

• Independently plan and execute assigned production activities while effectively communicating issues, priorities and status with team members and internal customers.

• Perform routine equipment cleaning and support preventive maintenance activities in accordance with established procedures and safety guidelines.

• Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment.

• Cross-train on multiple pieces of equipment and processes to support changing production and business needs.

Qualifications:

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience Required

• Minimum of 2 years of work experience in manufacturing, operations, production, laboratory operations or a related environment.

Experience Preferred:

• Experience working in a cGMP-regulated environment.

• Experience in printing, labeling, packaging or a related manufacturing environment.

• Experience operating computerized, automated or digital inkjet equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong computer literacy, including experience with data transfer, file management and computerized equipment interfaces.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate, adjust and troubleshoot production equipment.

• Ability to accurately read and interpret measurements, specifications, production documentation and work instructions.

• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and accountability for finished product.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify equipment or material issues and determine appropriate solutions.

• Ability to work with various label constructions and materials, including rolled and fanfold materials.

• Ability to perform manual material handling and roll splicing activities, as required.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to follow detailed cGMP documentation requirements and established procedures.

• Ability to handle confidential information and communicate professionally with colleagues and internal customers.

• Ability and willingness to cross-train and operate multiple pieces of production equipment.

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and follow applicable safety and chemical hygiene requirements.

• Ability to stand and move throughout the workday, including reaching, bending, stooping and grasping.

• Ability to use hand tools and production equipment requiring gripping, grasping, pushing and pulling.

• Ability to lift and maneuver materials weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.

• Ability to work the assigned 2nd or 3rd shift schedule based on business needs and position availability.

What We Offer

Compensation

• Competitive hourly pay rate of $24.00 – $26.00 per hour

• Additional shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions

• Annual performance-based bonus

• Annual merit-based increase

Excellent Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision benefits effective Day 1

• Paid Time Off and designated paid holidays

• Retirement Savings Plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Referral Bonus

• Career advancement opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

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