Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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Operator II - 2nd Shift

Posted Sep 3, 2026

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Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Preferred: Experience in an FDA regulated environment or equivalent.
Education
Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

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Role Summary

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Operator II works second shift in a manufacturing environment, supporting production while meeting quality and safety standards. The role involves operating filling equipment and handling temperature-sensitive materials in standard and clean room environments.

What You'll Do

  • Work individually and with a team to ensure products meet quality specifications and communicate with work groups to complete daily...
  • Operate manual and automated filling equipment and pallet jacks safely.
  • Handle and process temperature-sensitive materials according to established policies and procedures.
  • Work in standard and clean room environments while following area-specific PPE requirements.
  • Complete required training and operate within applicable ISO, GMP, and FDA standards.

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Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent; ability to independently follow policies, procedures, and instructions and meet production schedules; ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities; proficient verbal and written communication skills; knowledge of the metric system and ability to perform conversions.

Required

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to consistently and independently follow policies and procedures, instructions, and meet production schedules
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge of the metric system and ability to perform conversions

Preferred

  • Experience in an FDA regulated environment or equivalent.

Original job description

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Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials

Job Description

When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world. 

A day in the Life: 

  • Work within a manufacturing environment both individually and within a team to ensure customers receive a product that exceeds quality specifications. 

  • Communicate with several work groups to ensure the completion of daily production. 

  • Work in both standard and clean room environments while adhering to area-specific PPE requirements. 

  • Safely operate manual and automated filling equipment. 

  • Safely operate pallet jacks. 

  • Handle and process materials that are in temperature sensitive conditions in accordance with established policies and procedures. 

  • Satisfactorily complete Thermo Fisher Scientific training requirements on time and operate within all ISO, GMP, and FDA standards pertaining to Frederick Site Manufacturing Operations. 

  • May be required to perform as a work-order lead 

  • May be required to perform other related duties as required and/or assigned. 

Keys to Success: 

Education 

  • Required: High school diploma or equivalent. 

Experience 

  • Preferred: Experience in an FDA regulated environment or equivalent. 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities 

  • Ability to consistently and independently follow policies and procedures, instructions, and to meet production schedules. 

  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. 

  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills. 

  • Knowledge of the metric system, and ability to perform conversions. 

Benefits 

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus, healthcare, and a range of employee benefits. Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation! 

 

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. 

Apply today! http://jobs.thermofisher.com 

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. 

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position Operator II, Manufacturing based in Maryland is $16.78–$25.17.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

  • A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs

  • Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement

  • At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy

  • Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan

  • Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific

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.

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