Formulation Technician II
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Summary
Work in a team-based environment within a manufacturing lab responsible for synthesizing and testing ion exchange media used in chromatography consumables.
Job description
A Day in the Life
- Assembling, packing, and testing of resin column products on unique instruments to meet customer demand.
- Record and report test results accurately and maintain proper documentation.
- Complete production work-orders according to established procedures.
- Follow corporate quality policy to ensure high-quality standards.
- Follow safety requirements and actively participate in safety improvement activities!
- Maintain a clean and organized laboratory environment.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. BS degree in Chemistry or related field preferred.
Experience
Required: Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Knowledge of Good Laboratory and Manufacturing Practices and standards.
- Good mathematical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written skills.
- Read and understand written procedures (SOPs) and follow verbal instructions.
- Familiarity with hand tools regularly used (wrenches, torque drivers, tweezer, etc.).
- PC literate and have experience with spreadsheet and database software.
- Knowledge of Chromatography software and chemistry experience a plus.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
- Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
- Regularly required to sit, stand; walk; use hands & fingers to handle & feel.
- Visual abilities to detect small components and particles.
- Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles.
- Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and moderate noise level.
- PPE requirements: lab coat, Safety glasses, gloves, face shields, & safety shoes (all company provided.)
- P95 Mask in the areas that have exposure of solvent fumes.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- BS degree in Chemistry or related field preferred
- Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field
- Knowledge of Good Laboratory and Manufacturing Practices and standards
- Good mathematical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities
- Excellent verbal and written skills
- Read and understand written procedures (SOPs) and follow verbal instructions
- Familiarity with hand tools regularly used (wrenches, torque drivers, tweezer, etc.)
- PC literate and have experience with spreadsheet and database software
- Knowledge of Chromatography software and chemistry experience a plus
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Annual Performance Bonus
- Paid Parental Leave
- Accident Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Long-term Disability
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company overview
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. The company's mission is to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. With over 100,000 employees globally, Thermo Fisher provides an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience, and pharmaceutical services through its industry-leading brands including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon, and PPD. The company serves customers across healthcare, life sciences, applied markets, and pharmaceutical sectors, offering solutions that accelerate research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics, and increase laboratory productivity. Headquartered in Waltham, Massachusetts, Thermo Fisher operates globally, delivering critical scientific products, services, and workflow solutions that support researchers, organizations, and companies in addressing some of the world's most pressing issues.