Pay: $22–$24 per hour (eligible for variable annual bonus per company policy)
Schedule: 3rd Shift | Monday–Friday | 11:00 PM – 7:30 AM, Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as required
Location: Fully Onsite | 2800 Veterans Hwy, Bohemia, NY 11716
About the Role
As an Associate Operator – Folder on 3rd shift, you will support packaging and manufacturing operations at Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Bohemia, NY site by operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting specialized folding and gluing equipment. This role plays a critical part in delivering high‑quality clinical trial labeling while ensuring compliance with GMP, SOPs, safety standards, and quality requirements. You will contribute directly to Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Mission to enable customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
The Bohemia, NY site is a core Thermo Fisher Scientific Global Label Services location, specializing in clinical trial labeling design, production, translation, inspection, and regulatory support for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies. The site supports accelerated global studies through advanced OCR inspection, temperature‑specific labeling expertise, and dedicated clinical labeling project management.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot folder‑gluer and related manufacturing equipment supporting packaging and manufacturing operations
- Perform preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and equipment adjustments to ensure optimal machine performance
- Monitor production quality and perform in‑process quality checks
- Read and interpret technical documentation, schematics, and measurements
- Follow, document, and execute 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 using Thermo Fisher Scientific’s PPI (Practical Process Improvement Business System)
- Collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and quality teams to resolve equipment or process issues
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment
Environment
- Manufacturing and industrial environment
- Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting
- Ability to lift and maneuver materials weighing up to 70 lbs
- Willingness to handle chemicals
- Valid vision test certification required (renewed every two years)
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Preferred field of study: Technical or Mechanical
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing or maintenance 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
- Understanding of preventive maintenance procedures
- Familiarity with GMP, SOPs, and quality control practices
- Basic knowledge of electrical systems, PLCs, and control systems preferred
Skills & Abilities
- 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
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, now or in the future
Why Thermo Fisher
Thermo Fisher Scientific offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive Total Rewards package for U.S. colleagues and their families, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective Day 1, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, commuter benefits, and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours of paid time off (PTO) and 10 paid holidays annually
- Paid parental leave (3 weeks bonding, 8 weeks caregiver leave)
- Accident and life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, including a competitive 401(k) plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) with discounted company stock
- Career development and advancement opportunities
EEO & Accessibility
Thermo Fisher Scientific is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and a workplace free from discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regard to legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
Apply today to join Thermo Fisher Scientific and help deliver high‑quality clinical trial labeling that enables life‑changing science worldwide.
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
