Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Manufacturing Technician, Protein Separation Unit, Christchurch

(12 months fixed term)

About Thermo Fisher Scientific New Zealand

Over 250 employees in New Zealand bring a wide variety of skills and expertise to deliver world-class products and solutions. Our manufacturing and distribution sites in Auckland and Christchurch (and satellite sites across the country) cover a diverse product portfolio. We deliver solutions to a number of industries such as diagnostics and healthcare; food, dairy and beverage and pharmaceutical.

Position Summary:

As a Manufacturing Technician, you will 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 Christchurch facility are used globally in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic and biotech industry to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. You will be engaged in a variety of tasks daily, focusing on safety and quality and you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to a range of process improvement initiatives where you can really make a difference!

The position is for joining the protein separation team at our site in Islington, working Monday to Friday from 6am to 2:30pm.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, we are committed to developing a successful work culture based on our 4i values and your desire to actively contribute in a team environment is an important prerequisite for this position.

In this role, you will:

• Be trained in multiple protein separation processes, completing 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.
• Have good attention to detail, communicate production issues to Production Supervisor or Team Leader as they arise, and carry out related duties or assigned tasks that lead to efficient operation of the team and business

Working Environment:

You will be working with a small team in a purpose built, modern, temperature-controlled manufacturing environment, actively operating equipment and completing processes. Able to work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials and be flexible around hours of work. A well-equipped lunchroom and picnic area are provided for breaks

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Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• Full training is given to the successful applicant, experience in manufacturing or a laboratory environment is an advantage.
• Good with numeracy and written skills, has attention to detail, a Science related qualification is desirable.
• Mechanical proficiency is an advantage.

What's in it for me?

• Career development both onsite and online through Thermo Fisher University and Practical Process Improvement courses
• Two-week Christmas/New Year's break
• Half-day Birthday Leave
• Work in a small, friendly, encouraging team
• Overtime rates

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.