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Operator II - Truck Driver Support/Staging

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Operator II - Truck Driver Support/Staging

Frederick, MD

Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions

Job Description

Schedule: M-F 6:00am-2:30pm (overtime as needed)

Job Summary:
We will support the Staging Department by fulfilling material staging for manufacturing Work Orders and maintain inventory control! You will provide support as a replacement driver to transport materials between buildings.

Job Responsibilities:

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  • Verify and issue component materials to work orders working both individually or as part of a team in accordance with established standard operating procedures to ensure customers receive materials that meets or exceeds quality specifications.
  • Effectively communicate with work groups to ensure the completion of daily production.
  • Work in laboratory environment while adhering to room specific PPE requirements.
  • Ensure and maintain inventory control, as required.
  • Satisfactorily complete ThermoFisher Scientific training requirements on time and operate within all ISO and FDA standards pertaining to Frederick Site Manufacturing.
  • Move materials between buildings driving a 26ft box truck.

Nature and Scope:
This position largely interacts with equivalent levels of internal personnel. That interaction requires good communication skills and customer service skills. Effectiveness in this role also requires some knowledge of biology, chemistry and basic manufacturing principals as well as the ability to understand and interpret team metrics. The job encounters recurring work situations of a routine nature where the ability to recognize deviation from accepted practice is required. Attention to detail and accuracy is required in performing all functions of this position as errors in work could cause customers to receive a non-conforming product. This position requires the individual to be ready to start work on-time daily and maintain strong attendance performance. Training will be provided through one on one instruction following process specific on-the-job-training (OJT's) until the operator is proficient to work individually. The incumbent normally receives general instruction on routine work and detailed instruction on new assignments.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma
  • Minimum of 0-2 years related experience
  • Proven ability to consistently and independently follow policies and procedures, instructions, and to meet schedules
  • Ability to work in a fast paced environment with changing priorities
  • Basic computer skills such as proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite to support the operation in its daily functions
  • Ability to pass DMV physical to drive box truck.
  • Complete Driver education module training provided by TFS.
  • Clean Driving Record with DMV.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in a manufacturing life science company
  • Biology or chemistry background
  • Experience driving 26ft box truck.

Compensation and Benefits
The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Maryland is $16.78-$25.20.

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): Frederick, MD, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01295870
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