Pay: $21.69/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

About the Role

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll perform meaningful work that helps make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As a Production Inspection Technician within the Filtration Solutions Division (FSD) in Stafford Springs, CT, you will play a critical role in maintaining quality and production standards to ensure products meet the highest levels of excellence.

You will support manufacturing operations, perform quality inspections and testing, operate production equipment, maintain accurate records, and help ensure safe and efficient production processes. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative manufacturing environment while contributing to solutions that help protect the environment, improve food safety, and support life-saving scientific advancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Line Operator in operating production equipment according to work instructions, using judgment to correct problems as they arise.
• Exercise authority to stop production when equipment operation, safety, or product quality is at risk.
• Safely shut down equipment when necessary in the absence of the Line Operator.
• Perform quality tests and maintain accurate production and inspection records throughout the manufacturing run.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Process, inspect, and pack materials as they come off the production line.
• Seek guidance regarding quality standards and machine functions as needed.
• Follow all plant, company, and departmental safety rules and regulations.
• Report all safety hazards and concerns to supervision.
• Maintain a neat, clean, and organized work area.
• Properly label all products produced.
• Handle hazardous waste when required.
• Complete other assigned duties, including training assignments, as directed by department leadership or supervision.
• Perform all essential functions identified in the applicable Employer Job Description maintained by the Occupational Health Office.

Environment

This position operates within a manufacturing and cleanroom environment and requires strict adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety standards.Work conditions include:

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds without assistance.
• Standing for a full shift and the ability to stand for up to 12 hours when required.
• Exposure to loud manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coats, ear plugs, and other required protective gear.
• Ability to wear a respirator.
• Work with hazardous and toxic materials.
• Potential handling of hazardous waste.
• Operation of machinery and handling of materials in a dynamic, sometimes fast-paced environment.
• Cleanroom requirements prohibit hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair, and similar items.
• Contact lenses are not permitted; prescription glasses will be provided when needed.
• Rotational day/weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills, including the use of formulas, decimals, and fractions.
• Knowledge of simple measuring devices.
• Ability to stand for extended periods, including up to 12 hours when necessary.
• Ability to wear a respirator.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of experience in manufacturing, production, operations, laboratory, or a related environment.
• Basic machinery knowledge.
• Experience working in a cGMP/GMP-regulated environment.

Why Thermo Fisher

As part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will join a global team dedicated to solving some of the world’s toughest challenges. We provide the resources, support, and career development opportunities needed to help employees achieve their goals while advancing science and innovation.Compensation and benefits include:

• Hourly wage of $21.69.
• Eligibility for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.
• Medical, dental, and vision plans, including health incentive programs.
• Employee assistance and family support programs.
• Commuter benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• At least 120 hours of paid time off (PTO).
• 10 paid holidays annually.
• Paid parental leave, including 3 weeks bonding leave and 8 weeks caregiver leave.
• Accident insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term disability benefits in accordance with company policy.
• Long-term disability benefits in accordance with company policy.
• Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), offering eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.

EEO & Accessibility

Thermo Fisher Scientific is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where employees can grow and succeed. All employees are expected to follow applicable company policies, occupational health requirements, quality standards, GMP requirements, and safety procedures while performing the essential functions of the role.

If you are looking for a hands-on manufacturing, production, quality inspection, or GMP-focused opportunity with a global industry leader, apply today to join Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Production Inspection Technician and help deliver products that positively impact lives around the world.

Pay: $21.69 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person