Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, 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
Job Description
Location/Division Specific Information:
The Asheville Manufacturing site is in the Laboratory Products Division within Thermo Fisher Scientific. Our laboratory equipment products are used primarily by pharmaceutical companies for drug discovery and development and by biotechnology companies and universities for life science research to advance the prevention and cure of diseases and enhancequality of life. Our offering consists of equipment, accessories, and services for sample preparation, storage and protection, and analysis.
How Will You MakeanImpact?:
You will perform a wide variety of product assembly operations on product components, assemblies or sub-assemblies to make laboratory equipment and medical devices. You will work safely and ensure the best quality products and engage with your colleagues to troubleshoot problems and drive continuousimprovement in the factory.
A Day in the Life:
Select appropriate components to align and assemble them in proper sequence by drilling holes, adding rivets, screws, bolts, braces, tape, cement or solder to meet specifications.
Apply wiring harnesses, sensors, and other electrical components recognizing color codes to ensure that wiring and other color-coded procedures meet guidelines. Read electrical wiring diagrams to accomplish accurate assembly. Inspect parts during sub-assembly and at key points to ensure the unit meets specified quality standards prior to moving unit to the next workstation.
Use a wide range of hand tools, including, but not limited to drill, rivet gun, drill press.
Use SAP system shared plant-wide to enters product related data into computer system to track component serial numbers, scan bar codes, production rates, track physical location, etc.
Order and retrieve supplies/materials such as cardboard, bags, warehouse items, etc., using paper and SAP documents.
Troubleshoots work-related problems by applying knowledge and experience toward resolution and taking appropriate steps for assistance.
Test assembled units; clean and pack final product.
Education:
High school diploma orequivalent required.
Experience:
Required: Minimum of 1 year of work experienceina manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field
Preferred: Experienceina cGMP environment
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Ability to read and differentiate part numbers, labels, and work instructions.
Follows company policies including safety and environmental policies.
Self-starter with ability to react quickly to changingpriorities.
Ability to balance multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet expected production goals.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Standing, bending, reaching and handling bulky parts is common to the job. Frequently lifts up to 50 pounds.
Mandatoryovertime work may be required, including daily (Monday-Friday) and weekend (Saturday).
What We Offer
Compensation
Competitive Hourly Pay Rate
Additional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
EEO & Affirmative Action Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.
