Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

Lead Manufacturing Technician

Pay: $32-$34/hr.

Job Description: Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. When you are part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work, like helping customers to develop cures for cancer or coronavirus vaccines, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact and you'll be supported in achieving your career goals!

How will you make an impact? The Lead Manufacturing Technician performs assembly, wiring, alignments, and final configuration of components in an assembly. This position collaborates with colleagues towards common production goals via documented manufacturing procedures. This position also participates in continuous process improvement activities and maintains the highest standards for workplace safety and quality.

What will you do?

Conduct assembly work applying prescribed methods using a variety of hand tools, fixtures, and test equipmentCollect test data, use databases and other office programs to document the manufacturing process.Participate in resolving production challenges and making process decisionsAssist in selection and/or set-up of specialized equipmentPerform a wide variety of problem-solving to identify and resolve issuesPerform equipment set-up, calibration, and preventative maintenanceFollow audit and safety guidelinesTrain current and new employees

How will you get here?

High school diploma or equivalent requiredA minimum of 10 years’ experience assembling, testing, and troubleshooting sophisticated, electrical and mechanical components and systemsExperience in lean manufacturing, 6S and continuous improvement a plus.Familiar with quality management systems and safety programs.Experience with Windows-based and MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Demonstrated ability in successfully working in a Team of 8-10 colleaguesFluently speak, read, and write EnglishHave appropriate visual acuity and hand/eye coordination to assemble, manipulate, and test small, precision electronic and mechanical components.The ability to read and understand wiring diagrams, pinout instructions, engineering drawings, and assembly instructions.Proficient with standard electronic assembly and testing equipment including, but not limited to soldering irons, multimeters, crimp tools, torque tools, etc.Ability to analyze and tackle problems independently as well as collaborativelyAbility to lift up to 35lbs unassistedAble to work sitting or standing for extended periods of timeStrong verbal and written communication skills, successful in working with colleagues of differing cultural, language and educational backgrounds

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $26.51–$44.19.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards