Associate Equipment Operator – Folder

Work Schedule

Third Shift (Nights)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, 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

The Associate Equipment Operator, Folder-Gluer supports the folding machine in performing all pre and post equipment preparation including make-readies, material retrieval, post-production equipment cleaning, product removal and segregation that relates to the completion of clinical trial printed sheets.

What will you do?

• Assists with make-ready’s associated with designated equipment.
• Assists in all pre and post equipment job operations as directed by the Lead operator.
• Issues, prepares and returns material accurately and in a timely manner for equipment runs.
• Responsible for post-production equipment cleaning.
• Removes and segregates product per established SOPs and Work Instructions.
• Responsible for maintaining the round pile feeder with a constant stream of sheets to ensure continued operation.
• Continuously looks for ways to improve assigned tasks while maintaining strict quality standards in accordance with cGMP and SOPs
• Provide assistance to the operator with all preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment
• Maintains the equipment room in an organized manner in order to operate at the highest level of productivity.
• Maintains the manufacturing warehouse in a clean and organized manner insuring that we follow F.I.F.O. inventory control.
• Maintains the equipment area and label storage area in a constant state of cleanliness. This includes putting away racks, cartons, properly disposing of all excess and scrap after each run, cleaning up any folded booklets that may be on the floor and taking out the garbage at the end of the shift
• Demonstrates excellent documentation practices at all times.
• Ability to work in an organized manner, paying close attention to even the smallest detail, while maintaining a clean, professional work environment.
• Follows all safety procedures when operating all manufacturing equipment or when handling chemicals.
• Proficient in collaborating and adhering to guidelines.
• Performs all actions as per established company policies.
• Applies Good Manufacturing Principles in all areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrates and drives the Thermo Fisher values - Integrity, Intensity, Involvement and Innovation
• (The Four l’s).
• Conducts all activities in a safe and efficient manner.
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
  
  

Requirments & Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Designated position for mandatory vision testing every two years
• Strong mechanical background
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to lift and maneuver materials weighing up to 70 lbs.
• Detail oriented
• Ability to work with confidential information
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with internal customers
• Must be able to accept work instructions on a daily basis
• Cooperative and professional team player
• Ability to learn new tasks and accept new responsibilities
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York 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-rewards