Production Worker (1st Shift)

<p style="text-align:left"><u><b>Work Schedule</b></u></p>First Shift (Days)<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><u><b>Environmental Conditions</b></u></p>Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><b><u>Job Description</u></b></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p>Be part of the Stafford Springs team at Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. to assist in top-tier manufacturing. Your vital role maintains quality and production standards to ensure excellent products.</p><p></p><h2>Job Responsibilities</h2><p></p><ul><li>Operate production equipment and address mechanical issues</li><li>Perform quality tests and maintain accurate records</li><li>Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth operations</li></ul><p></p><h2>Keys to Success</h2><p></p><p>Achieve flawless execution by strictly adhering to safety and quality protocols, and successfully implementing continuous improvement strategies.</p><p></p><h2>Education</h2><p></p><ul><li>High school diploma or GED is required</li></ul><p></p><h2>Experience</h2><p></p><ul><li>Basic knowledge of machinery preferred</li><li>Experience with production equipment is a plus</li><li>Familiarity with quality testing</li></ul><p></p><h2>Knowledge, Skills, Abilities</h2><p></p><ul><li>Basic math skills including use of formulas, decimals, and fractions</li><li>Knowledge of simple measuring devices</li><li>Ability to stand continuously for an 8-hour period</li></ul><p></p><h2>Physical Requirements / Work Environment</h2><p></p><p>This role entails standing for long periods, operating machinery, and handling materials. You must be able to work in a dynamic and sometimes fast-paced environment.</p><p></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><u><b>Compensation and Benefits</b></u></p>The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Connecticut is $17.71–$26.56.<p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left">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:</p><ul><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>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</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan</span></p></li><li><p style="text-align:left"><span>Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount</span></p></li></ul><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:left"><span>For more information on our benefits, please visit: </span> <a href="https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards" target="_blank"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span class="WKM0">https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p style="text-align:inherit"></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p>