Sr Manufacturing Technician - Injection Moulding

Work Schedule
Other

Environmental Conditions
Able 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, 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

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science. Each of our 100,000 outstanding team members has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our exceptional mission-enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll find meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale.

Location/Division-Specific Information

Part of the Laboratory Products Division, the Newport site manufactures a range of laboratory consumables. These products are used in research, diagnostics, production, and clinical settings.

How Will You Make an Impact?

In this role, we are seeking a self-motivated and hard-working colleague who will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment.

A Day in the Life:

• Ensure that all equipment is maintained in a safe and reliable condition.
• Perform mechanical and/or electrical work within the factory, including tasks required in any value stream unit.
• Assist in the training of other Production Technicians and attend relevant training courses.
• Follow safe working practices at all times, adhering to departmental rules and regulations.
• Set equipment to the required standard to achieve optimal conditions, including cycle times and quality standards.
• Promptly report any issues or foreseeable occurrences likely to cause a breakdown.
• Ensure all relevant procedures are carried out in compliance with the company's conformance to ISO 9001 standards.

Education

• High School Diploma, Secondary Education, Advanced Certificate, or equivalent.

Experience

Required:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in injection moulding, plastic processing operations, production, lab settings, or a related field.

Preferred:

• Experience in a cGMP or other highly regulated environment.
• Experience working in a clean room environment.
• Experience testing electromechanical systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

For an Electrical Bias Technician:

• Experience with automation and assembly equipment.
• Knowledge of servo control systems and programming.
• Proficiency with computer-aided diagnostic equipment for fault location and elimination.
• Experience with plastics machinery, electronics, and control systems.

For a Mechanical Bias Technician:

• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, and fabrication skills.
• Proficiency in interpreting schematics, data, and technical drawings.
• Basic electrical skills.

What We Offer

Compensation:

• Competitive annual pay rate.
• Annual merit-based performance increases (depending on eligibility).

Benefits:

• Flexible benefits plan.
• Life assurance, funding for healthcare benefits, income protection, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Career advancement opportunities.

Our Mission

Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us.

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