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Lead QA Technician

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Lead QA Technician

Rochester, MA

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)

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.)

Job Description

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale! In our inclusive and global environment, we value diverse work behaviors, backgrounds, and experiences to improve speed, efficiency, innovation, and growth.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.

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How Will You Make an Impact? Working under the supervision of the Quality Assurance Manager, responsibilities include performing activities related to environmental monitoring, bioburden, sterilization dose audits, and sterility testing. Support for product performance investigations and product release testing, including liquid particulate, endotoxin, RNase/DNase, and binding capacity, is required. Additionally, preparation of laboratory media, reagents, and solutions is vital.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct contamination and microbiological tests.
  • Develop new testing techniques and tools.
  • Investigate and resolve quality issues and complaints.
  • Conduct and assist in experimental evaluations.
  • Validate test methods and equipment.
  • Participate in audits.
  • Maintain equipment calibration.
  • Train colleagues and ensure compliance with regulations and standards.
  • Perform other duties as needed.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
  • Knowledge of regulated quality systems like FDA, EU MDR or IVDR, or ISO is beneficial.

Preferred Experience:

  • Collaborative, driven, creative, assertive, and quality decision-maker
  • Organized, structured, and diligent
  • Proficient in laboratory skills, documentation practices, and Microsoft Office
  • Skilled in data interpretation, basic statistical analysis, and effective communication

Physical Requirements:

This position may be required to stand and move about the facility.

This position may be required to sit and use a computer for extended periods of time.

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $23.26 -$34.88.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results per 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
  • The company provides generous paid time off (PTO), holidays, parental leave, insurance, and disability benefits.
  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
  • The Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) provides eligible employees with the chance to buy company stock at a reduced price.

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

Compensation and Benefits
The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $25.26-$34.87.

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

Client-provided location(s): Rochester, NY, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01286056-1
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program