**Work Schedule** First Shift (Days) **Environmental Conditions** Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials **Job Description** **Manufacturing Technician I** **Location/Division Specific Information:** Sunnyvale, CA Work schedule: M-F 6am - 2:30 pm with overtime as needed. **How Will You Make an Impact?:** Get ready to dive into an exciting role where you'll be at the heart of manufacturing innovative laboratory equipment! You will be hands-on, performing a diverse range of assembly operations on product components, assemblies, and sub-assemblies. Your dedication to safety and quality will ensure we deliver the best products on time. Plus, you'll collaborate with an outstanding team, solving challenges head-on and driving continuous improvements throughout the factory. **A Day in the Life:** As an entry-level manufacturing technician, you'll perform assembly and testing of ion chromatography products using specialized instruments to meet customer demand. You'll record production activities, ensure products meet quality control standards by inspecting for defects, and adhere to approved procedures and quality guidelines. Additionally, you'll operate and maintain machinery, follow safety requirements, and participate in safety improvement activities to ensure a safe working environment. **Education:** High school diploma or equivalent experience required. **Experience:** + Required: No previous work experience required + Preferred: Previous work experience in manufacturing, operations, production or lab setting or related field + Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment **Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:** + Proficiency in basic computer skills is required. + Good mathematical and organizational abilities. + Good verbal and written communication skills. + Ability to read and understand written procedures (SOPs) and follow verbal instructions. + Familiarity with hand tools regularly used (wrenches, torque drivers, tweezers, etc.). **Physical Requirements / Work Environment** + Lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. + Sit, stand, walk, and use hands and fingers to handle and feel. + Visual abilities to detect small components and particles. + Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, or airborne particles. + Occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and moderate noise levels. + PPE requirements: lab coat, safety glasses, gloves, face shields, and safety shoes (all company-provided). + The use of masks in areas of exposure to solvent fumes and dust is required **What We Offer** **Compensation** + Competitive Hourly Pay Rate + Additional shift differential for 2nd shift and 3rd shift positions + Annual performance-based bonus + Annual merit performance-based increase **Excellent Benefits** + Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1 + Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays + Retirement Savings Plan + Tuition Reimbursement + Employee Referral Bonus + Career Advancement Opportunities **Compensation and Benefits** The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in California is $16.85–$25.28. 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 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.