Team Leader , Manufacturing Operators

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

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.

DESCRIPTION:

Location/Division Specific Information

You will be directly involved in leading our Biomanufacturing team in the production of cell culture media and freeze-dried powder products sold under Thermo Fisher Scientific’s market leading Gibco brand. The products we make from our Auckland facility are used globally in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry.

About the Role:

As the go-to person, you will coordinate production workload and workflow ensuring the team maintain a strong focus on safety, quality and efficiency through adherence to SOPs and cGMP principles. You will also lead or participate in a range of process improvement initiatives where you can really make a difference. The position operates on a morning shift from 06:00 to 14:30. Candidates should be flexible with working hours and available for on-call support as business needs arise.

What You'll Do:

• Complete day-to-day production activities in conformance with specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and cGMP/ISO principles. Review and complete Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), ensuring that all information is accurate, legible and correct to guarantee traceability.
• Delegate to Production Supervisor when required. Lead daily stand-up Tier 1 meeting and bring attention to vital issues.
• Coordinate team workload and workflow and perform all tasks of a Manufacturing Technician as production demands, including preparation and communication of daily team schedule.
• Assess and ensure all staff are trained to the level of competency required (including the latest SOP revision) prior to hands-on task involvement. Ensure training records are current and maintained in conjunction with Production Supervisor.
• Ensure in-process sampling and monitoring is completed to assure batches meet specification; trouble-shoot and improve processes, procedures and product issues and encourage others to get involved.
• Review and/or revise manufacturing documentation including SOPs and BMRs; lead, assist and participate in investigations including completing Trackwise Problem Records, projects, validation and Practical Process Improvement (PPI) activities (Kaizens and JDIs), and regularly applies continuous improvement methodologies in daily work to advance quality and cost, and efficiency gains. Balance multiple tasks and prioritize critical tasks and assist others to do so.
• Actively participate in EHS system by adhering to policies and procedures and reporting hazards to ensure a safe and healthy workplace environment for all. Communicate issues and potential solutions to the Production Supervisor as they arise and carry out the work you're doing that contributes to the efficient operation of the team and business.
• Support regular cycle count activities to maintain inventory accuracy for stock and non-stock materials, investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.
• Solve moderate to complex problems within process guidelines and assists others to do the same. Independently works to complete a variety of complex to difficult tasks.
• Facilitate positive team dynamics, including resolving any difference in opinion or approach.

Keys to Success:

Education

Science related qualification is desirable.

Experience

• Experience in cGMP manufacturing or laboratory environment is crucial
• Proven leadership capabilities.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Communicates openly – Communicates honestly and effectively with subordinates, peers, manager and senior leaders.
• Embraces PPI – Embraces continuous improvement by using company process improvements tools to improve processes and solve problems.
• Develops people, including self – Practices self-development and champions employee development and growth.
• Builds organisational relationships – Promotes collaboration, builds partnership and leads by example.
• Drives growth – Shows passion, commitment, a strong results focus and an understanding of the goal tree.
• Good mechanical proficiency.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Works in a controlled and cleanroom environment. May be required to lift up to 20kg and stand for long periods of time while performing duties. Able to work safely with chemicals and hazardous materials.

Benefits

Join our team and take advantage of these great benefits! Apply now to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer.

• Health & Wellbeing: Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits including company paid private health insurance and risk benefits insurance (via selected company provider), wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues.
• Flexibility: Balance your work and personal life with flexible arrangements.
• Extra Leave: Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave.
• Charitable Giving & Volunteering: Make an impact with paid volunteer time to support non-profit organizations that matter to you.
• Learning & Development: Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development.

Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Watch as our colleagues explain 5 reasons to work with us. As one team of 100,000+ colleagues, we share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement - working together to accelerate research, solve complex scientific challenges, drive technological innovation and support patients in need. #StartYourStory at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where diverse experiences, backgrounds and perspectives are valued.

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