Formulation Technician I

Work ScheduleFirst Shift (Days)Environmental ConditionsAble to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc allowed, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Will work with hazardous/toxic materialsJob DescriptionFormulation Technician IThermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or increasing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them.Position SummaryWork in a Value Stream environment and formulate clinical diagnostic assays and reagents for use in research and commercial scientific products for the IVD industry. The formulations range in scale from 1 mL to 50,000 L and are manufactured using protocols/batch records in an environmentally monitored lab space. Data is recorded in batch records following good documentation practices as required for regulated industries.What will you do?Complete production and quality analysis of reagents, components and finished products in accordance with SOPs, work instructions and the production schedule to ensure timely availability of efficient products of high quality.Key Responsibilities:

Routinely manufacture saleable products, following standard operating procedures

Operate semi-automated and automated basic lab equipment

85-95% of time spent on work order processing of bulk formulation. May perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

Performance of highly repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time

Thoroughly and accurately complete documentation through completion of batch records and necessary verifications

Report critical issues/deviations to management

Balance multiple tasks and demonstrate knowledge in the use of basic lab techniques and basic computer knowledge

Communicate effectively with team members, including cross-functional teams

Provides feedback and contributes ideas and suggestions to drive continuous improvement

Demonstrate good time management resulting in efficiency and improvement of output goals

May be required to perform other related duties as required and/or assigned

Excellent documentation and communication skills.

Lifting up to 40 lbs

Flexible to work varying schedules and hours as needed including weekends.

Work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required.

2 years of lab experience (maybe obtained through work or school)

Proficient in Microsoft Windows and Office, with the ability to learn company software such as SAP, Agile, and Track wise.

Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Communicate clearly and concisely.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements:

Position may require frequent communication and walking to other areas in which designated PPE will be required.

Must be able to successfully complete a Respirator Fit Test within 6 months of hire.

May be required to stand for long periods of time while performing duties.

May intermittently sit at desk/lab bench for a long period of time to perform experiments, write, and use a keyboard to communicate through written means.

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