Job Description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

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, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, 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 materials

Business Job Title: Senior Associate - Operations

Job Profile Title: Sr Manufacturing Technician

Direct Report To: Team Leader - Operations

Group/Division CTD, PSG

Career Band: Band 3

Career Track: Associate

Position Location: Horsham, UK (Site Based)

Number of Direct Reports: 0

The Role:

When you are part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will do ambitious work, and be part of a team that values performance, quality, and innovation. As a member of a successful, growing global organization, you will be encouraged to perform at your best. With revenues of $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world. As part of our global team, what you do contributes directly to our Mission:- enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer, alongside receiving strong support for your own career growth.

Fisher Clinical Services, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, has an unwavering commitment to service, science and process engineering, Fisher Clinical Services is powered by people with an exceptional commitment to quality, deeply instilled ethics of personal responsibility and unrivalled expertise. We are exclusively focused on serving the packaging and distribution requirements of clinical trials across the world. Whether planning, packaging, labelling, storing, or distributing the important supplies needed to perform clinical research, for more than 27 years Fisher Clinical Services has been committed to delivering the highest possible value while ensuring adherence to the highest level of quality, performance, reliability and sustainability standards.

How will you make an impact?

Position Summary & Key Responsibilities:

You'll be joining a dynamic Operations team, dedicated to receiving, packaging and distributing world-class products in any of the ambient, cold or frozen areas. Responsibilities may include:

Supervising a small team, focusing on delivery for internal and external customers.

Leading operational activities such as pick & pack, receiving deliveries and following Production Orders.

Maintaining good housekeeping and promoting a safe working environment.

Highlighting and proposing solutions to potential Health and Safety and Quality risks, near misses and accidents to Line Management.

Supporting the department induction program.

Supporting management in coaching, development and training.

Ensuring all activities are carried out in accordance with statutory, regulatory and company policies and procedures.

Maintaining compliance to cGMP, safety & quality regulations, through the required training and competency programs, and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Improving process efficiency and reducing downtime to achieve business objectives.

Supporting the culture of Continuous Improvement through the PPI Lean Process.

Undertaking any other duties on an ad-hoc basis as required by Line Management.

Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

English GCSE or equivalent experience/qualification

Mathematics GCSE or equivalent experience/qualification

IT literate

Able to work under pressure and support others within the team

Good attention to detail

Experience working in a GxP and Operational environment

Ability to work in ambient, cold-chain and -20°C environments as required

Desirable: Experience as a Supervisor, working in a cold environment, and working with biological and/or pharmaceutical materials

How will you get here?

Demonstrates behaviours in line with the Thermo Fisher Core Competencies and 4i Values

Confirmed self-starter able to work well within a team as well as independently

Ability to collaborate and work within cross functional teams to deliver against critical project timelines in line with business need

Strong interpersonal, communication and numerical skills (verbal and written)

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Frequently required to type, sit, stand, walk, lift and carry. May be required to push/roll heavy loads, work from height, and work with semi-automated/automated machinery. These activities will be in line with Health & Safety regulations, The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 and related Manual handling assessment criteria and guidance. This position may include working with dry ice, liquid nitrogen, hazardous and infectious agents, as well as marked changes in temperature. A good level of hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity is required for packaging and labelling activities.

Note: This job description outlines the role’s primary responsibilities and expectations but is not an exhaustive list. Duties may evolve based on business needs.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.