Sr Set Up Associate - 3rd Shift

Job TitleWork ScheduleThird Shift (Nights)Environmental ConditionsAdherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shiftJob DescriptionCompensation Range: $22.81 - $30.41Shift: 3rd Shift Shift Differential: 15%You'll be based at our Rochester site, where we make the essential lab plastics that help drive breakthroughs in vaccines, biologic therapies, and diagnostic kits. This campus is also the manufacturing site for Thermo Fisher Scientific's Nalgene labware and the Nalgene reusable water bottles produced for global distribution. As part of our Laboratory Products Division, you'll be joining a team that provides virtually everything needed for laboratories across healthcare, pharmaceuticals, academia, biotechnology, and industrial research sectors. Our extensive product portfolio includes advanced analytical instruments, essential lab equipment, cold storage, and a wide range of consumables like reagents, chemicals, and labware.A Day in the LifeSet up and start up various molding machines according to production schedulesInstall and remove molds, ensuring proper alignment and connectionsAdjust machine parameters (temperature, pressure, cycle time, etc.) for optimal performancePerform first-piece inspections to verify product qualityTroubleshoot molding and process issues to minimize downtimeMonitor machine performance and make necessary adjustments during productionPerform routine maintenance on molds and equipmentEnsure compliance with safety standards and company proceduresMaintain accurate production and setup documentationWork closely with quality, maintenance, and production teamsEducationHigh school diploma or GEDTechnical training preferredExperienceExperience with molding machines and toolingStrong mechanical and troubleshooting skillsKnowledge of plastics materials and processing techniquesKnowledge, Skills, AbilitiesFlexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and participate in on-call rotationSelf-motivated with ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with teamsStrong commitment to safety protocols and proceduresExperience mentoring and training others preferredPhysical Requirements / Work EnvironmentPhysical ability to lift up to 50-70 lbsWhat We Offer: CompensationCompetitive Hourly Pay RateAdditional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positionsAnnual performance-based bonusAnnual merit performance-based increaseExcellent BenefitsBenefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher ScientificMedical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1Paid Time Off & Designated Paid HolidaysRetirement Savings PlanTuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral BonusCareer Advancement OpportunitiesCompensation and BenefitsThe hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $22.81$34.21.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 programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt 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 policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discountFor more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards