Associate Operator - Folder (3rd shift)
Thermo Fisher, Bohemia, NY, United States
Job Title
3rd Shift 11:00PM-07:30AM Pay Range: $22-$24
Discover Impactful Work
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
The Bohemia, NY site is a key Thermo Fisher Scientific Global Label Services location, specializing in clinical trial labeling design, production, translation, and regulatory support for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies
Bohemia, NY is a core Thermo Fisher Scientific Global Label Services site delivering fast, high-quality clinical trial labeling through integrated design, printing, inspection, translation, and regulatory support. The site enables accelerated global studies with advanced OCR inspection, temperature-specific labeling expertise, and dedicated clinical labeling project management.
A Day in the Life
You will support packaging and manufacturing operations by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting specialized folding and gluing equipment while ensuring compliance with GMP and safety standards.
Key responsibilities include:
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot folder-gluer and related manufacturing equipment
Perform preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and equipment adjustments to ensure optimal performance
Monitor production quality and conduct in-process quality checks
Read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and measurements
Follow and document work according to GMP, SOPs, and safety protocols
Accurately complete production documentation and maintenance records
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, and efficiency
Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve equipment or process issues
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Education
High School Diploma or GED required
Preferred Fields of Study: Technical/Mechanical
Experience
Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing or maintenance experience
Preferred Experience
Experience with industrial equipment maintenance and repair preferred
Experience working in GMP-regulated manufacturing environments strongly preferred
Experience with folding machines, press operations, or similar specialized equipment is a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge
Understanding of preventive maintenance procedures
Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, and quality control practices
Basic knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, and control systems preferred
Skills
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation
Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Abilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to lift and maneuver up to 70 lbs
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays as required
Willingness to handle chemicals and work in an industrial manufacturing environment
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting
Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 70 lbs
Work performed in a manufacturing/industrial environment
Valid vision test certification required (renewed every two years)
Excellent Benefits
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective Day 1
Paid Time Off and designated paid holidays
Retirement Savings Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Career development and advancement opportunities
Additional Information
Relocation assistance is not provided
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including a drug screening
3rd Shift 11:00PM-07:30AM Pay Range: $22-$24
Discover Impactful Work
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.
The Bohemia, NY site is a key Thermo Fisher Scientific Global Label Services location, specializing in clinical trial labeling design, production, translation, and regulatory support for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies
Bohemia, NY is a core Thermo Fisher Scientific Global Label Services site delivering fast, high-quality clinical trial labeling through integrated design, printing, inspection, translation, and regulatory support. The site enables accelerated global studies with advanced OCR inspection, temperature-specific labeling expertise, and dedicated clinical labeling project management.
A Day in the Life
You will support packaging and manufacturing operations by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting specialized folding and gluing equipment while ensuring compliance with GMP and safety standards.
Key responsibilities include:
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot folder-gluer and related manufacturing equipment
Perform preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and equipment adjustments to ensure optimal performance
Monitor production quality and conduct in-process quality checks
Read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and measurements
Follow and document work according to GMP, SOPs, and safety protocols
Accurately complete production documentation and maintenance records
Support continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, and efficiency
Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve equipment or process issues
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Education
High School Diploma or GED required
Preferred Fields of Study: Technical/Mechanical
Experience
Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing or maintenance experience
Preferred Experience
Experience with industrial equipment maintenance and repair preferred
Experience working in GMP-regulated manufacturing environments strongly preferred
Experience with folding machines, press operations, or similar specialized equipment is a plus
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge
Understanding of preventive maintenance procedures
Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, and quality control practices
Basic knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, and control systems preferred
Skills
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Ability to read and interpret technical documentation
Excellent attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Abilities
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to lift and maneuver up to 70 lbs
Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays as required
Willingness to handle chemicals and work in an industrial manufacturing environment
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting
Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 70 lbs
Work performed in a manufacturing/industrial environment
Valid vision test certification required (renewed every two years)
Excellent Benefits
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits effective Day 1
Paid Time Off and designated paid holidays
Retirement Savings Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Career development and advancement opportunities
Additional Information
Relocation assistance is not provided
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check, including a drug screening