Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift
Job Description
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific and contribute to global impact through meaningful work. Help make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer by supporting our Mission to develop solutions for tough challenges like environmental protection and cancer research.
Location/Division Specific Information:
The Asheville Manufacturing site is part of the Laboratory Products Division at Thermo Fisher Scientific. We specialize in laboratory equipment used by pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, as well as universities, to advance disease prevention and improve quality of life. Our range includes equipment, accessories, and services for sample preparation, storage, protection, and analysis.
How Will You Make an Impact?:
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 continuous improvement in the factory.
A Day in the Life:
Select accurate components to align and assemble them in the correct 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, and drill press.
Use SAP system shared plant-wide to enter product-related data into computer system to track component serial numbers, scan bar codes, production rates, and track physical location.
Order and retrieve supplies/materials such as cardboard, bags, warehouse items, etc., using paper and SAP documents.
Troubleshoot 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 or equivalent experience is necessary.
Experience:
Required: No previous work experience required
Preferred: Previous work experience in manufacturing, operations, production, or lab setting or related field
Preferred: Experience in a 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 changing priorities.
Ability to balance multiple tasks, set priorities, and meet encouraged production goals.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
Standing, bending, reaching, and handling bulky parts is common to the job. Frequently lifts up to 50 pounds.
What We Offer:
Compensation:
Competitive Hourly Pay Rate
Additional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions
Annual performance-based bonus
Annual merit performance-based increase
Excellent Benefits:
Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific
Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1!
