Thermo Fisher Scientific

Manufacturing Operator (Production Operator / Extractor Plant Operator)

Thermo Fisher Scientific  •  Blacktown, AU (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Production Operator to support daily operations within our extractor plant and production facility. This role is responsible for operating and monitoring the extraction system and PLC-controlled interface, ensuring product specifications are met, maintaining safety standards, and supporting production and warehouse activities as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Extractor Plant Operations

  • Operate and monitor the extractor plant and associated equipment.
  • Use and manage the PLC/computerized control interface to run and adjust the extraction process.
  • Ensure product flow, operating parameters, and product specifications remain within required standards.
  • Troubleshoot minor operational issues and communicate concerns to leadership or maintenance teams.

Safety & Compliance

  • Follow all company safety procedures and GMP/manufacturing standards.
  • Report safety hazards, operational concerns, and equipment issues promptly.
  • Maintain clean and organized work areas in accordance with plant standards.

Production Support

When extractor operations are stable and running within specification, provide support to other production and warehouse functions including:

  • Pick and pack operations
  • Wrapping pallets for shipment
  • Moving finished goods using a forklift
  • Assisting with receiving and warehouse material handling
  • Supporting shipping and staging finished products for warehouse transfer

Qualifications

  • Previous manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience preferred
  • Experience with PLC/computer-controlled equipment is an asset
  • Forklift certification or experience preferred
  • Ability to lift, move, and handle production materials safely
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
  • Team-oriented with the flexibility to support multiple departments

Skills & Attributes

  • Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to multitask between operations and warehouse support functions

Employment Type

  • Full-Time, Permanent
  • Afternoon shifts - Monday to Friday 1PM to 9PM
  • Shift work and overtime may be required based on production needs
Thermo Fisher Scientific

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $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, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.

Industry
Biotech & Life Sciences
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Waltham, MA
Year Founded
Unknown
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