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Manufacturing Technician II - Filtration 1st Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Grand Island, NY

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Level
Technician
Team
Manufacturing
Experience asked
1+ years
Industry
Pharma & life sciences
Posted
24 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level manufacturing role at Thermo Fisher Scientific (pharma & life sciences) in Grand Island, NY.

They ask for
1+ years
Tools it names
Lean, 5S, FDA / GMP
Day to day
some off-shift / weekend coverage

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Manufacturing Technician roles in New York: typical posted base $62k–$95k.

Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 54 manufacturing technician openings in New York, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 34 other live manufacturing postings in New York.

Base pay
Not listed in this posting

Typical $80k–$104k, from 7 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (1+ vs 3+)

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • Team leadership 37%
  • Root cause 31%
  • ✓ FDA / GMP 23%
  • ✓ Lean 23%

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Stands out: this posting asks for 5S, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 1+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

At a glance

Off-shift / weekend coverageLifts up to 50 lbs

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Education

  • ✓High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • ✓Formal training in Lean, 5S, or manufacturing processes is preferred.

Experience

  • ✓1+ years of experience in a Good Manufacturing Practice environment or manufacturing or related field is required
  • ✓2+ years of experience in a fast-paced work environment is strongly preferred.
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Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed

Job Description

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.

Location/Division Specific Information

  • •Manufacturing Technician II, Liquid Filtration, 1st shift
  • •This position is based out of our Grand Island, NY site within BioProduction Group.
  • •Competitive Pay; + shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shift positions

How Will You Make an Impact?:

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.

A Day in the Life

  • •Use of equipment that includes mixers, mills, blenders, pumps, filtration systems, packaging, and laboratory equipment.
  • •Weigh, measure, and check raw materials with the assistance of a computer interface to assure batches manufactured contain accurate materials and quantities.
  • •Calibrate and operate manual, semi-automated, and automated manufacturing equipment. Identify and conduct basic troubleshooting for equipment.
  • •Follow all safe practices, policies, standard operating procedures, and work instructions in controlled environments up to and including classified clean rooms.
  • •Complete and maintain compliance with the Quality Management Systems and regulatory requirements.
  • •Complete moderately complex tasks related to manufacturing of cell culture media. Perform related duties as required to meet the business goals and requirements.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • •General understanding of technical, mechanical, and machinery equipment is preferred. Basic computer skills are required.
  • •Strong attention to detail for complex instructions and documentation while maintaining quality output. Demonstrated proficiency in multiple processes in a fast-paced work environment.
  • •Perform basic math, verbal, written, and oral communication with team.
  • •Ability to push, pull, lift, and move up to 50 pounds and may be required to stand for extended periods of time while performing duties. Ability to squat, bend, and reach different items to complete assigned tasks.
  • •Ability to wear all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including work uniform, steel toe shoes, hair net, beard guard (when required), safety glasses, and gloves. PPE may also include a bump cap, face shield, and full/half-face respirators.
  • •Availability to work overtime and flexible shift patterns.

What We Offer

  • •Review our company’s Total Rewards
  • •Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
  • •Paid Time Off & Holidays
  • •401K Company Match up to 5%
  • •Tuition Reimbursement – eligible after 90 days
  • •Employee Referral Bonus
  • •Employee Discount Program
  • •Recognition Program
  • •Charitable Gift Matching
  • •Company Paid Parental Leave

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $15.26–$25.43.

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

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $16.10–$24.15.

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 lea

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