Role at a glance
- Salary
- Not Disclosed
- Location
- Guangdong, China
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Employment
- Full-time
- Experience
- Senior Level 4 years of manufacturing experience, with demonstrated leadership capabilities
- Education
- Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field
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Role Summary
The Lead Operator leads and mentors team members while coordinating daily manufacturing activities and supporting consistent production execution. The role also addresses operational issues, supports safety and quality standards, and contributes to continuous improvement.
What You'll Do
- Lead and mentor a team.
- Coordinate daily manufacturing activities and support consistent execution of production processes.
- Resolve manufacturing issues.
- Support continuous improvement while maintaining safety and quality standards.
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4 years of manufacturing experience with demonstrated leadership capabilities; strong knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements; ability to interpret manufacturing documentation, SOPs, and technical specifications; advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; experience with continuous improvement and lean manufacturing; communication and team leadership skills; proficiency with manufacturing software, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office; ability to follow safety protocols and maintain clean room or controlled-environment standards; ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in PPE; flexibility for various shifts and overtime; experience with documentation and batch record review in regulated environments; ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage priorities; attention to detail, quality commitment, analytical and decision-making skills, and experience training team members.
Preferred
- Preferred fields of study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or a related field.
- Technical certifications in manufacturing or a relevant field are beneficial.
Original job description
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Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)Environmental Conditions
Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)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:
Join our manufacturing team as a Lead Operator at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where you'll contribute to global health and scientific advancement. In this key role, you'll lead and mentor a team while ensuring consistent execution of production processes. You'll support operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Working with advanced technology, you'll coordinate daily manufacturing activities, resolve complex issues, and foster an inclusive environment that values innovation and collaboration. This is an opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to our mission of enabling customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
REQUIREMENTS:
• 4 years of manufacturing experience, with demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or related field
• Technical certifications in manufacturing or relevant field beneficial
• Strong knowledge of cGMP, ISO standards and regulatory requirements
• Expert ability to read and interpret manufacturing documentation, SOPs, and technical specifications
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for manufacturing equipment and processes
• Demonstrated success implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead and mentor team members
• Proficiency with manufacturing software systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to strictly follow safety protocols and maintain clean room/controlled environment standards
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in PPE as required
• Flexibility to work various shifts and overtime as needed
• Experience with documentation and batch record review in regulated environments
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Strong analytical and decision-making capabilities
• Experience training and developing team members
About the company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Large Enterprise
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, providing a wide range of analytical instruments, reagents, and software solutions for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and life sciences research. With a commitment to innovation and quality, the company enables customers to make significant advancements in scientific discovery and healthcare diagnostics. Thermo Fisher operates in more than 50 countries and employs over 80,000 people, fostering a collaborative environment aimed at enhancing global health and safety. Through its broad portfolio of brands and technologies, the company plays a vital role in accelerating life-changing research and improving patient outcomes worldwide.