Team Leader, Manufacturing (2nd Shift)
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Job Info

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Work Schedule
Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions
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.)

Job Description

Position: Team Leader, Manufacturing (2nd Shift)

Hours: 2nd shift | 2-10:30pm Monday - Friday

Location: Hillsboro, OR

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is a global leader in the scientific industry, generating over $40 billion in annual revenue. Our goal is to help our customers improve the world by promoting health, cleanliness, and safety. We provide support to customers in various fields, including life sciences research, analytical problem-solving, diagnostics, therapies, and laboratory efficiency. To learn more, please visit www.thermofisher.com.

Our Hillsboro site manufactures electron microscopes for global innovation. This role leads a team in manufacturing. Responsibilities include overseeing goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity, and Employee Development. Additional duties include maintaining and repairing specialized equipment. Collaboration with the manufacturing team is essential.

Apply now to join a growing company with the opportunity to excel in your career as well as earn incentive bonuses and career development training. Thermo Fisher offers a sign-on bonus, competitive benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, generous tuition assistance, Paid Time Off, 401K, plus employee Stock Ownership Program for all full-time employees!

What will you do?

• Staffing: time-card administration, and OT Management, PTO and tracking overall attendance
• Employee Development: Individual Development Plans, Providing Coaching and Training
• Performance Management: updates weekly, daily/hourly production metrics and facilitates regular team meetings
• Facilitating team participation
• Resolving production problems
• Conducting performance evaluations
• Giving and receiving employee feedback
• Feedback - Provides written end of shift performance updates to Production Supervisor
• Oversee continuous improvement (PPI) initiatives/activities within the department
• Lead, participate and/or support meetings; monitor project progress, report on important measurements.
• Analyze procedures and production methods to improve quality, costs and/or productivity
• Conduct regular audits/GEMBA walks & implement improvements identified
• Define & drive safety initiatives
• Oversee & drive 6S program in areas of ownership
• First line of response for Manufacturing Team when they face equipment failure
• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on sophisticated electronics
• Monitor equipment uptime using Key Performance Indicators and preemptively plan/schedule equipment repairs

A day in the life: Thermo Fisher Scientific Hillsboro campus is on the cutting edge of global technology in pursuit of enabling our customers to make the world a Healthier, Cleaner and Safer place:

• Employee accomplishments and career achievements are acknowledged via our APPRECIATE program
• Daily Team Meetings held to address barriers to production and to highlight employee wins
• Employees are actively involved with exciting new and emerging products
• All feedback is considered valuable and is collected via our Just Do It task program
• Training is routinely provided either as On the Job or via our Thermo Fisher University online portal

How will you get here?

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• You should have at least 5 years of experience in a people manager role. Alternatively, a combination of education and experience that shows your skills is also acceptable.
• Minimum of a 2-year associate degree in a technical field like Electronic Engineering Technology, Microelectronics or Mechatronics preferred
• Military Technical Training in lieu of a technical degree may also be considered

Preferred Experience

• Experience with low volume, highly complex manufacturing processes
• Demonstrated ability in successfully leading a team of colleagues
• At least 2 years of validated experience in a job-related industry with proficiency in operating Scanning Electron Microscopes & Mechanical and Electrical complex high-tech equipment repair
• Experience working in the field of Electronics and proficiency in Ultra High Vacuum strongly preferred
• Experience with problem solving Scanning Electron Microscopes down to the component level
• Experience in lean manufacturing, 6S and continuous improvement a plus
• Experience with Windows-based and MS Office programs a plus (Word, Excel, Outlook and Access)

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Ability to lift up to 35lbs
• Ability to use Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Soldering Irons, etc.
• Knowledge of Scanning Electron Microscopes, data acquisition, taking SEM images and measurements
• Knowledge of Electronics Manufacturing, Equipment Repair, High Voltage, and Ultra High Vacuum
• Ability to read work instructions and schematic drawings while performing basic problem solving of tools down to the component and software level
• Ability to analyze and address problems independently as well as collaboratively
• Ability to support projects, perform training and work efficiently as part of cohesive teams
• Self-motivated, self-starter with strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated skills in developing subordinates to their best potential. Team building, coaching, and mentoring skills. Conflict resolution
• Proven track record with optimally working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Comfortable operating in a cleanroom environment using appropriate PPE
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, successful in partnering with colleagues of differing cultural, language and educational backgrounds

We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan
• A wellness program, and valuable health incentive opportunities for company contributions to a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee assistance program
• We offer generous benefits including 120 hours of paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays per year, parental leave, insurance coverage, and volunteer time off (in line 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

Join our team of 100,000 colleagues who share values like integrity, intensity, innovation, and involvement. Together, we accelerate research, solve scientific challenges, and support patients in need. Start your story at Thermo Fisher Scientific and make a positive impact on the world.

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

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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