Scientist III, Manufacturing Sciences

Job DescriptionWhen you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact, and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals.Location/Division Specific InformationThe Scientist III will combine a strong technical background, process knowledge, root cause analysis and project management skills to lead the implementation of new processes and improvement projects, drive problem resolution and support the validation of process changes. This position will work closely with other specialists, the Manufacturing Sciences Manager, Process Technologist and production department colleagues to meet production goals by implementing and optimizing manufacturing processes.How will you make an impact?The Scientist III will make an impact on the organization by standardizing production processes and procedures. They will conduct root cause analysis on process and product deviations and implement robust corrective and preventive actions.What will you do?

Apply Six Sigma and problem-solving tools gathering data to support root cause analysis completion.

Lead major product related Deviations, CAPAs, and process Change Control activities.

Lead the investigation and implementation of new manufacturing processes and systems.

Define requirements for new manufacturing processes, process improvements, and cost savings projects including project scope, timelines, resourcing and budget.

Standardize processes on the production shop floor.

Be a technical leader and support safety, quality, and productivity improvement goals.

Support execution of validation / process change protocols.

Provide hands on investigation of manufacturing problems and determine/implement appropriate resolution.

Provide hands on training and demonstration to manufacturing associates.

Perform studies relating to material/process standardization and flow to increase overall operational efficiency and effectiveness.

Collect, record, analyze, and report data to wide audiences in a manner consistent with GMP and ISO guidelines.

Occasional support will be required on afternoons, nights and weekends.

How will you get here?

Minimum of BS in Biology, Chemical, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering or related field. PhD in Chemical Engineering desired.

Protein Digestion experience is strongly preferred.

Root Cause Analysis.

Pharma / Biologic (GMP / ISO) manufacturing experience preferred.

5+ year’s industrial experience.

Project Management / Project Leadership experience.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Microsoft Office and Minitab proficiency.

Six Sigma Certification desired.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 65,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.comThermo 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.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.