Manufacturing Technician II- 3rd Shift
Thermo Fisher Scientific · Charlotte, NC
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Travel
- Includes overnights
- Degree
- Required
- Industry
- Pharma & life sciences
- Posted
- 2 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Thermo Fisher Scientific (pharma & life sciences) in Charlotte, NC.
- They ask for
- degree required
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP, Extrusion
- Day to day
- overnight travel
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 52 live postings that list pay, out of 947 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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Against 30 other live manufacturing postings in North Carolina.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 35%
- Tooling 29%
- ✓ FDA / GMP 23%
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Full description from Thermo Fisher ScientificAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Education
- ✓High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience
- ✓Previous experience in manufacturing or a related field preferred
- ✓Familiarity with continuous extrusion or textile knitting operations beneficial
- ✓Experience in collaborating with safety and quality regulations
Requirements
/ Work Environment
This role involves standing for extended periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and operating machinery. The work environment is dynamic and may include exposure to various temperatures and noise levels.
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!
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Work Schedule
12 hr shift/nights
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
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
Southwest Charlotte, NC
Shift Information
Overnights- 5:00pm - 5:00am
- •3/2/2 Schedule (Work 3 days on, 2 days off, work 2 days) - 12 hour shifts
- •Must be willing to work overtime
- •Occasional weekend shifts required
Discover Impactful Work
Join Thermo Fisher Scientific's ambitious team and be part of a company that makes a difference. Your work will contribute to crafting products that save lives and improve global health!
A day in the Life
- •Operate and maintain sophisticated manufacturing equipment
- •Follow safety and quality protocols diligently
- •Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot and resolve issues
- •This role is located in our manufacturing facility in Charlotte, NC, where we produce lifesaving Hollow Fiber Membrane Bobbins
Keys to Success
- •Outstanding attention to detail
- •Ability to compete in a fast-paced environment
- •Proven track record of teamwork and collaboration
- •Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- •Strong problem-solving skills
- •Ability to determine and implement solutions effectively
- •Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
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