Cartridge Operator - First Shift

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift

Job Description

Pay: $22.36/hr

Shift: 1st shift (Monday- Friday 7am-3:15pm) 

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life – To enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while taking 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: 

US- Meriden, CT 06450 

No travel required, relocation assistance is not provided. 

Our Filtration and Separation teams provide specialized filtration solutions across various sectors, including filters for bioprocessing, industrial applications and membranes for OEM. By serving industries such as biopharmaceuticals, manufacturing, and commercial water applications, our technology empowers customers and colleagues to make an impact on public health and well-being. 

Discover Impactful Work: 

As a Production Operator, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world 

A day in the Life: 

• Operating cartridge equipment to pleat, trim, cut seal membrane media, sub assemble, cap, final assembly, testing, drying and packaging of cartridges. 

• Performing various production operations including the operating of multiple machines, where it can be done safely, and filling in on positions throughout manufacturing operations as required. 

• Observing all company and OSHA safety rules and practices. Keeping the work area clean and orderly. 

• Assisting in change over and setup on production line and equipment. 

• Assisting other department members as needed to ensure safety and maximize output. Assisting in the training of other employees as necessary. 

• Completing quality checks and, if a discrepancy is found, working with appropriate team members to solve the problem. 

• Possessing the ability to clearly speak, understand, and write in English to communicate effectively in both verbal and written contexts. 

Keys to Success:  

Education 

• Possess a High School Diploma/GED or higher (completed prior to start). 

Experience 

• One (1) year or more of plant, manufacturing, and/or warehouse experience 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 

• Ability to work weekends, overtime, or holidays as needed. 

• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds unassisted and up to 70 pounds with assistance. 

• Post-high school education 

• Basic computer knowledge 

• Good communication skills 

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $17.71–$23.00.

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