Thermo Fisher Scientific Looking for Operator II, Manufacturing at Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand Full Time

Be directly involved in the production of our market leading Gibco cell culture media supplements and freeze dried powder products. The products manufactured at our Auckland facility are used globally in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic and biotech industries to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Be engaged in a variety of tasks focusing on safety and quality and get the opportunity to apply your knowledge and expertise to a range of process improvement initiatives where you can really make a difference! To promote accountability and self-development, our technicians specialize in one or more areas of production to become authorities in either filtration, freeze drying, cleanroom, or UVC operations, however you will be exposed to all areas of our manufacturing operations.

Do you have production process experience?

We are looking for a Process Operator to join our manufacturing team at our Penrose site, working 6:00 am – 2:30pm (Mon – Fri) Or 14:30 : 1:00 (Tue – Fri), dependent on production needs.

In this role, you will:

• Complete day-to-day production activities in conformance with specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and cGMP/ISO principles. Complete Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), ensuring that all information is accurate, legible and correct to guarantee traceability
• Perform in-process sampling and trouble shoot processes, procedures and product issues with the assistance of others
• Communicate production issues to Production Supervisor and/or Team Leader as they arise, and carry out related duties and/or assigned tasks that lead to efficient operation of the team and business

Working Environment:

You would be working in a controlled and cleanroom environment. May be required to lift up to 20kg and stand for long periods of time while performing duties. Able to work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials and be flexible around hours of work.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

Experience In CGMP Manufacturing Or Laboratory Environment Preferred

Science related qualification is desirable

Good mechanical proficiency

Benefits we offer:

Free parking! Located close to transport links such as Penrose Train Station.

Annual Xmas/New Year’s break

Health insurance cover

Half-day Birthday Leave

Annual Bonus Program

Company Paid Parental Leave

Paid Volunteer Leave

Internal Recognition and Rewards Program

Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

In-house development and online learning with a focus on internal career progression.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability status.