Lead Formulation Technician

Work Schedule First Shift (Days) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, 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 When you’re a part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work in our mission to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer, like helping customers in finding cures for cancer, protecting the environment or making sure our food is safe. Your work will have real-world impact and you’ll be supported in achieving your career goals! Work Shift Monday through Friday 6:00 am to2:30 pm - With overtime as needed How will you make an impact? The Sunnyvale site is seeking an expert and highly technical Lead Manufacturing Technician to be responsible for production and troubleshooting of the Column Manufacturing team. This role will focus on ensuring product performance, calculating yields to improve efficiency, and troubleshooting both material and equipment issues. As a lead formulation technician, they will lead column production for a number of product families including ion, carbopac, protein and other types of columns. Additionally, the lead technician will work on improving the resolution to column packing and troubleshooting. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, hands-on manufacturing experience, and leadership capabilities to drive process improvements and ensure the highest quality of column production. Day in the Life: Conduct mechanical, thermal, and chemical analyses to evaluate material properties and performance of columns. Diagnose and resolve product performance issues and equipment malfunctions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement corrective actions and long-term solutions. Optimize packaging column solutions and ensure efficient equipment operation. Partner with R&D, Quality, Engineering, and Production teams to integrate new products into existing production lines. Maintain accurate records of column testing and repairs. Prepare detailed reports on findings, corrective actions, and performance improvements. Handle NAV to perform transactions, close work orders and generate related reports. Coordinate production in accordance with the production schedule, equipment availability, and training opportunities. Actively participate in shift pass downs using clear communication and use email and Microsoft Office suite files for communication. Provide leadership and guidance to junior technicians, ensuring proper training in techniques, procedures, batch records, and adherence to standard methodologies. Supervise work quality and productivity within the work center. Train personnel on the setup, operation, and maintenance of Manufacturing and Facilities equipment. Coordinate with Facilities and Engineering teams to maintain the operability of Manufacturing equipment and facilities. Assist in the preparation and pre-approval review of Master Batch Records. Education Requirements High school diploma or equivalent required BS degree in Chemistry or equivalent knowledge and experience in manufacturing environment is beneficial. Experience: 2-3 years of experience in resin polymer blending, testing, and troubleshooting in a manufacture environment. Hands on experience with equipment troubleshooting and process optimization in packaging and production. Experience with ICSP & HPLC testing system & column packing. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Demonstrated leadership ability in mentoring and guiding technicians. Strong communication and problem-solving skills, collaborating effectively across multiple cross-functional departments. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills, with a proactive approach to resolving equipment and material-related challenges. Familiarity with manufacturing and testing software, as well as data collection systems. Experience in working with supervisors to identify issues, resource needs, and improvement opportunities, and offering suggestions for resolutions and improvements. Consistent, attentive, and accurate in carrying out responsibilities. Able to complete complex production work orders according to established procedures. Proficient in analyzing d