Job Information
ThermoFisher Scientific Thermal Processor in Lenexa, Kansas
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for the final preparation of media before pouring stage.
Key Responsibilities:
Arrive to work on time and work during scheduled hours, working additional overtime as mandated
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. Maintain a safe and clutter free work area. Clean up all spills immediately
Listen to, follow and relay written and verbal instructions in English
Report property damage and/or safety hazards to the Supervisor, Human Resources, Safety Specialist or Senior Management immediately
Document accurately and check personal work for quality and compliance
Efficiently and safely operate assigned machinery. Perform simple maintenance and report malfunctioning equipment immediately to Supervisor or Lead
Demonstrate job functions to coworkers as needed
Continuously monitor product for defects
Assist with inventory process as requested
Work cooperatively and efficiently with coworkers in all departments with little supervision to achieve team, department and company goals
Lift up to 25 pounds and occasionally push/pull up to 10-pound force
Stand for sustained periods of time, approximately 10 hours a day
Walk short distances, maneuvering self around machinery and co-workers
Ability to see in color
Schedule the production flow on daily basis
Assist in distributing Device History Records (DHR’s) to correct departments for processing
Add antibiotics and enrichments to media in a timely manner. Requires constant pinching, gripping, grasping, and reaching
Weigh and measure items accurately
Check pH balance on all media
Pull required frozen antibiotics and enrichments 24 hours in advance
Cooperate with co-workers solve immediate production problems or complete production assignments
Relay product information to department supervisor for integrity determination
Relay schedule information to production line personnel
Complete needed paperwork by writing or signing with accuracy and neatness
Maintain pipette and filter inventory supply
Filter aseptic additives
Check personal work for quality
Identify colors and visually examine products for fine or gross defects
Read meters as needed for product weight or amount
Handle packaged animal and human blood
Read, write, comprehend and communicate in the English language
Use calculator for multiplication, division, addition, and subtraction
Other duties/job functions as assigned
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
Ability to comprehend and read, write and communicate both in written and/or verbal English communications
Ability to perform basic math calculations
Must possess a High School diploma or equivalent from an accredited educational institute
Preferred one year manufacturing experience or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or licensure/certification
Stand for sustained periods of time, approximately 10 hours a day
Identify colors and visually examine products for fine or gross defects
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.