Equipment Operator, Folder-Gluer

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

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

Fisher Clinical Services, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is a leading provider of global clinical supply chain. With unwavering commitment to service, science and process engineering, Fisher Clinical Services is powered by people with an outstanding dedication to quality, deeply instilled ethics of personal responsibility and outstanding expertise. We are exclusively passionate about serving the packaging and distribution requirements of clinical trials across the world. Whether planning, packaging, labeling, storing, or distributing the important supplies needed to perform clinical research, for more than 27 years Fisher Clinical Services has been committed to delivering the highest possible value while ensuring adherence to the highest level of quality, performance, reliability and sustainability standards.

What will you do?

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepares make-ready of the feeder, glue system, folder plates, right angle knife folder, delivery stacker, and pack station and inspection systems
• Sets up, adjusts, and operates folding machine to fold printed sheets to prescribed specifications, including types and number of folds, paper size, and thickness
• Responsible for meeting customer fold specifications including construction types and number of folds, paper size, and thickness
• Sets up and operates automated computer controlled integrated inspection system
• Operation includes the ability to continuously improve job make ready/setup times and production run speeds while maintaining strict quality standards in accordance with cGMP and SOPs
• Operates folder/gluer in accordance with customer specifications and current standard operating procedures
• Maintains daily and monthly production goals and schedules proactively relaying any obstacles encountered to management to insure smooth operations
• Maintains the press and storage area in a constant state of cleanliness. This includes putting away tools and stock after use, properly disposing of all excess and scrap after each run, cleaning up any scrap or stock that may be on the floor and taking out the garbage at the end of the shift and maintaining the storage area.
• Maintains the equipment room in an organized manner in order to operate at the highest level of efficiency
• Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment
• Understands and follows all SOPs and Work Instructions that relate to equipment operations on each equipment
• 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
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate teamwork when necessary to ensure jobs are completed per established timelines
• Ability to multi-task to optimize production while maintaining the highest quality standards
• Ability to maintain the machine and area in accordance with the standard operation procedures
• Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs
  
  

How you will get here

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Strong mechanical background
• Proven experience with troubleshooting
• Experience working with folding equipment preferred
• Experience using G&K Vijuk equipment preferred
• Printing industry and/or bindery experience preferred
• Ability to lift materials weighing up to 70 lbs
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner with internal customers
• Ability to learn new tasks and accept new responsibilities
• Designated position for mandatory vision testing every two years
  
  

We offer competitive salary, an annual incentive bonus plan, 401K with company match up to 6%, tuition reimbursement and a range of other employee benefits! We foster an exciting company culture that encourages innovation, forward-thinking, and an outstanding career and development prospects. Come be a part of the team.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. As one global team of 100,000 colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need.

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Thermo 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.

Compensation And Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $25.09–$37.63.

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