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Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift Job Description Manufacturing Technician, Protein Separation Unit, Christchurch (12 month fixed-term). As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Our Mission is to help make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Where and what is it? As a Manufacturing Technician at our facility in Islington, Christchurch, you will be producing our market leading Gibco cell culture media and freeze-dried powder products, used in research, diagnostics, animal health and pharmaceuticals. Working Monday to Friday, mainly from 6am to 2:30pm, some flexibility in working hours to meet production requirements is required, as is the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. In return, we offer a competitive starting rate and the benefits listed below! What will I be doing? Collaborate with a small team in a purpose-built modern manufacturing environment, actively operating equipment and processes while following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and current Good Manufacturing Practices. Be involved in our strong safety and continuous improvement culture. Train in multiple protein separation processes, completing day-to-day production activities and Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs), ensuring that all information is accurate, legible and correct to guarantee traceability. Communicate production issues to the Production Supervisor or Team Leaders as they arise, and carry out related duties or assigned tasks that lead to efficient operation of the team and business Keys to Success: Full training is given to the successful applicant. Experience in manufacturing, or a physically active environment is an advantage, as is flexibility in work hours. Comfortable with manual handling and lifting 15kg up to chest height. Minimum NCEA Level 2, with good numeracy and literacy. Strong attention to detail, a great teammate, and a curiosity about finding a better way, Benefits: Join our team and take advantage of these excellent benefits! Apply now to learn more about the full range of benefits we offer. Overtime rate and allowances. Health & Wellbeing: Join a company that prioritizes your health & wellbeing with comprehensive benefits including company paid private health insurance, wellness programs, and an Employee Assistance Program providing confidential support for personal and work-related issues. Extra Leave: Benefit from generous leave policies, including the option to purchase additional leave, paid birthday leave, and company paid parental leave. Have at least a two-week Christmas/New Year's break. Learning & Development: Advance your career with access to online courses via Thermo Fisher Scientific University Plus and LinkedIn learning, workshops, and mentorship programs for continuous learning and skill development. Thank you for your interest as you consider starting a new career journey with us. As the world leader in serving science, our colleagues develop critical solutions through innovation—and build rewarding careers. Discover their extraordinary stories and connection to our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Their work is a story of purpose. What story will you tell? Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of more than $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.