Machine Operator (3rd Shift)

Company: Thermo Fisher Scientific
Location: Marietta
Posted on: June 23, 2022

Job Description:

**Location/Division Specific Information**

The Marietta Manufacturing site is a part of the Laboratory Products Division within Thermo Fisher Scientific. Our laboratory equipment products are used primarily by pharmaceutical companies for drug discovery and development and by biotechnology companies and universities for life science research to advance the prevention and cure of diseases and enhance quality of life. Our offering consists of equipment, accessories, and services for sample preparation, storage and protection, and analysis.

**How will you make an impact?**

You will support the manufacturing process by operating various machinery to provide high quality parts for work cells to meet scheduled demands.

**What will you do?**

+ Set up and operate machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data; continue operation to accomplish production goals.

+ Calculate and set controls to regulate machine and enter commands to edit program in order to accomplish quality production goals.

+ Confirm accuracy of first set ups regarding size, shape, forming sequence, etc., using test pieces and again with first production piece and at subsequent intervals.

+ Determine sequence of operations, applying knowledge and experience, to determine best method to achieve completion of part(s) in a safe and high-quality manner.

+ Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.

+ Retrieve, input, interpret drawings and other data found in computer system.

+ Observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance results, and adjust machine controls or control settings as required.

+ Inspect work piece for defects, quality related exceptions, and judges condition and action to be taken.

+ Troubleshoot work-related problems by applying knowledge and experience to effectively maintain production/quality goals with minimal attrition to equipment.

+ Utilize bar code system for tracking production information, time keeping, etc.

+ Utilize computer (SAP) system shared plant-wide to accomplish and track production data.

+ Measure, count, organize materials and parts to monitor production quality and volume.

+ Clean scale or scrap from die with air hose or brush to achieve quality.

+ Grinds out burrs and sharp edges, using portable grinder.

+ Move finished pieces to storage area using pallet jacks, two-wheelers, or caster-based racks, etc.

**How will you get here?**

+ High school diploma or equivalent required.

**Preferred Experience**

+ One year of experience in manufacturing, metal fabrication, or industrial setting.

+ Previous experience with sheet metal and related machinery.

**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities**

+ Ability to read and differentiate part numbers, labels, and work instructions.

+ Standing, bending, reaching and handling bulky parts is common to the job. Frequently lifts up to 35 pounds.

+ Computer and keyboarding.

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.

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