Lead Formulation Technician (12hr nights, D shift, 2-2-3 rotation)

Lead Formulation Technician (12hr nights, D shift, 2-2-3 rotation) Greenville, NC Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications SAP Hazmat Safety standards in production Equipment troubleshooting Formulation chemistry Mid-level Improving operational efficiency 3 years High school diploma or GED Manufacturing standard operating procedures Continuous improvement Team management Decision making Mentoring Pharmaceutical plant experience Quality control operations Cleanroom Technical skills instruction Quality assurance within manufacturing Manufacturing Cross-functional collaboration SAP Manufacturing Communication skills Cross-functional communication Time management Full Job Description Work Schedule 12 hr shift/nights 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, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, 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 Job Description As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location/Division Specific Information:

Greenville, North Carolina, Steriles East Division How Will You Make an Impact?: As a Lead Formulation Technician, you will have key responsibilities that directly affect product quality and efficiency. Through leadership and influence of team performance, your contributions will include process improvements, training, and impact on meeting customer satisfaction of sterile injectable drug products. Your expertise will contribute directly to bringing life-saving medications to patients worldwide, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Shift hours are 6pm-6am on a 2-2-3 rotating schedule. A Day in the

Life:

Lead and oversee the preparation of complex formulations as well as automated filling and prep equipment ensuring adherence to precise specifications and quality standards. Mentor and train team members on advanced formulation, automated filling and prep equipment set-up and operation procedures, and troubleshooting methods. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production processes (SOP's, OJT's, and FWO) and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, or sterile manufacturing, four (4) years preferred. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered. Hands-on experience in aseptic or sterile product formulation and using SAP or other manufacturing systems strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities :

Strong technical expertise in formulation processes and quality control Strong technical expertise in sterile filling and filling prep processes and quality control Excellent problem-solving and decision- making skills Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor team members Effective communication and interpersonal skills Ability to drive continuous improvement and innovation in processes Strong organizational and time management skills Physical Requirements / Work Environment Ability to stand for extended periods (up to 12 hours per shift) and walk frequently throughout the production area Capable of lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently Manual dexterity to operate various manufacturing equipment and instruments with precision Visual acuity to read detailed instructions, computer screens, and equipment displays Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods, including cleanroom suits, gloves, masks, Grade C gowning, and safety glasses Work is performed in a controlled cleanroom environment with exposure to pharmaceutical ingredients and chemicals Must be comfortable working in an environment with strict adherence to safety protocols and contamination control procedures May be required to work in areas with loud equipment or machinery Ability to work flexible hours, including potential mandatory overtime, weekend, or holiday shifts as needed to meet production demands