Job Description

　　When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do meaningful work, that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join 90,000 colleagues who bring our Mission to life each day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. You’ll find the resources here to achieve your career goals and help 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.

　　HOW WILL YOU MAKE AN IMPACT?

　　The Production Lead is responsible for assigned production lines and the people assigned to the lines. Accountable for performance in safety, quality, and productivity for the lines and people assigned. Accountable for the development of operator skill base through formal training program and continuous coaching. Responsible for adherence to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations/ Quality System Regulation (QSR) guidelines, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) requirements and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP). Responsible for directing and coordinating the production associates in their area of responsibility.

　　Location: 22801 Roscoe Blvd, West Hills, CA 91304

　　Shift: 6:30am-3pm PST

　　WHAT WILL YOU DO?

　　Educate, train, and mentor employees in the safe and accurate performance of assigned duties.

　　Ensure the proper performance of procedures associated with manufacturing.

　　Prioritize and control production in their assigned area with a constant goal of increasing efficiency, quality, and productivity.

　　Meet production goals by efficiently delegating tasks and providing job direction.

　　Ensure production lines are staffed with properly trained associates.

　　Assist production associates with quality assurance questions and concerns.

　　Build and maintain a safe work environment by engaging the associates in reporting potential safety hazards, support of the EH&S guidelines and continual emphasis on safe work habits and working conditions.

　　Ensure the performance of assigned tasks is visible through pacing boards and raise issues as required.

　　Train and mentor on 5S, providing constructive feedback using 5S audit form. Develop a Gemba walk and perform regularly to ensure shop floor control. Use results to develop training and coaching opportunities.

　　Use Leader Standard Work to focus on Lean Management, visual controls to supervise actual versus expected, and maintain daily accountability to drive Improvement activities.

　　Lead PPI solo teams to investigate and remedy, when possible, production failures.

　　Provide input for performance evaluations.

　　Support supervisor in daily activities when required.

　　Notify supervisor of personnel problems as they arise.

　　Coordinate efforts to help other departments when vital.

　　Operate machinery when needed and adjust when vital.

　　Notify maintenance team when equipment is not operating to standard.

　　Handle packaged animal blood and, if necessary, human blood.

　　HOW WILL YOU GET HERE?

　　Education

　　High School Diploma required.Experience

　　Two (2) years of related laboratory experience required.

　　2 years college course work in Biotechnology, Sciences, or other technical field preferred

　　Current Phlebotomy Certification preferred.

　　Experience with PPI Business System preferred.

　　Experience with New Product Introductions and being part of project teams preferred.

　　Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

　　Knowledge of general laboratory procedures and practices.

　　Knowledge of manufacturing environment/ process.

　　Knowledge of machine operation and quality systems

　　Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.

　　Ability to perform routine tasks accurately, efficiently, and according to schedules as assigned.

　　Ability to efficiently prioritize multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.

　　Ability to train other lower-level staff in production procedures.

　　Ability to address problems that may come up in the department, troubleshoot, and think critically.

　　Lift up to 50 lbs. Stand for sustained periods of time. Walk short distances, maneuvering self around machinery and co-workers. Ability to see in color. Arrive to work on time and work during scheduled hours, working additional overtime as needed. Follow all written procedures. Report discrepancies in procedures (SOP’s, DHR’s etc.) to the Area Supervisor. Maintain good personal hygiene. Wear designated uniform maintained in good condition. Wear Personal Protective Equipment as required. Refer to job specific Job Safety Analysis. Perform all work activities in a safe manner. Listen to, follow and relay written and verbal instructions in English.

　　At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 70,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join our singular mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

　　Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com

　　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. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. 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.

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　　Compensation and Benefits

　　The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $23.04–$28.00.

　　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

　　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.