Manufacturing Jobs at Thermo Fisher Scientific with Visa Sponsorship
Manufacturing jobs at Thermo Fisher Scientific span production, process engineering, quality systems, and supply chain operations supporting life sciences at scale. The company has an established track record of sponsoring international workers in this function, making it a credible target for visa-dependent candidates with relevant technical backgrounds.
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Second Shift (Afternoons)
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, Cold Room/Freezers -22 degrees F/-6 degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights
Job Description
Shift: Wednesday - Saturday 1st Shift (8am-6:30pm)
Pay: $31.20/hr
When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.
Discover Impactful Work:
Through Unity Lab Services, we offer integrated lab services, support, and supply management with customized service offerings and world-class experts to address unique laboratory business needs.
The Lead Manufacturing Support Specialist performs a wide range of materials management, inventory, and coordination activities supporting manufacturing supply chain operations across multiple locations. This role supports daily warehouse and logistics operations within a cGMP environment.
A Day in the Life:
- Receive, inspect, label, and store materials in alignment with material specifications and required temperature conditions; ensure accurate system transactions and physical handling, including use of material handling equipment.
- Perform sampling and retain activities for incoming materials, including proper documentation, storage, and coordination with Quality Control for testing and delivery.
- Coordinate and execute material transfers between locations, ensuring proper temperature control, documentation, and chain of custody throughout transport.
- Execute and oversee ERP transactions including material receipts, transfers, issuing, batch creation, inventory adjustments, and reporting.
- Maintain accurate inventory by managing storage conditions, performing cycle counts, monitoring discrepancies, and supporting reconciliation activities.
- Support shipping and logistics activities, including coordination with carriers and cross functional teams to ensure timely and compliant domestic and international shipments.
- Partner with Quality, Technical Operations, Regulatory, Procurement, and other stakeholders to resolve material flow issues, including shortages, damaged goods, or documentation gaps.
- Monitor temperature control systems and devices, investigate excursions, and escalate issues as needed to ensure compliance.
- Prepare, coordinate, and execute material kitting and staging activities to support production schedules, including both MES and non-MES processes.
- Support cleanroom operations including gowning and material movement into controlled environments while maintaining required standards.
- Manage min/max inventory levels, review expiry data, and coordinate replenishment and disposal activities as needed.
- Procure, track, and manage bulk gases and other critical materials in alignment with production requirements.
- Provide guidance on inventory control, supply chain processes, and operational best practices.
- Participate in cross functional projects, task forces, and supply chain initiatives as a key contributor.
- Safely operate material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and company vehicles.
- Participate in an on-call rotation to support unplanned events or operational disruptions.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Keys to Success:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience
4+ year's experience with material handling, supply chain, or manufacturing required
GMP knowledge and/or demonstrated competency is a requirement for the role
Experience using the following ERP systems strongly preferred: Oracle, Veeva, Coupa, LIMS, MES, temperature monitoring systems, and logistics platforms (including World Courier and FedEx Custom Critical).
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and delegate tasks to others.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
As a condition of employment with Thermo Fisher Scientific, you must successfully complete and satisfy Thermo Fisher’s pre-employment screening (including background check and drug test) and any customer-mandated screening (including DOT physical), credentialing, or badging requirements. Customer requirements may differ from or exceed Thermo Fisher’s criteria. You must obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card. The company will support candidates in obtaining this during the pre-employment process.
The role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline. Personal protective equipment, such as lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, and steel-toe shoes, is often required. The position requires regular lifting of 30-40 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts to move up to 100 lbs. Standing, walking, reaching, and bending are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments. Overtime and on-call work may also be necessary.
Benefits
We offer comprehensive healthcare, paid Holidays, tuition reimbursement, 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!
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.
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.
Accessibility/Disability Access
Job Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for job seekers requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If you are a job seeker with a disability, or assisting a person with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please submit a request by telephone at 1-855-471-2255. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
This telephone line is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes, such as not being able to get into the career website, following up on an application, or other non-disability related technical issues will not receive a response.
Compensation and Benefits
The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $23.04–$34.56. 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
Work Schedule
Second Shift (Afternoons)
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, Cold Room/Freezers -22 degrees F/-6 degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Office, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights
Job Description
Shift: Wednesday - Saturday 1st Shift (8am-6:30pm)
Pay: $31.20/hr
When you’re part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do important work. And you’ll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.
Discover Impactful Work:
Through Unity Lab Services, we offer integrated lab services, support, and supply management with customized service offerings and world-class experts to address unique laboratory business needs.
The Lead Manufacturing Support Specialist performs a wide range of materials management, inventory, and coordination activities supporting manufacturing supply chain operations across multiple locations. This role supports daily warehouse and logistics operations within a cGMP environment.
A Day in the Life:
- Receive, inspect, label, and store materials in alignment with material specifications and required temperature conditions; ensure accurate system transactions and physical handling, including use of material handling equipment.
- Perform sampling and retain activities for incoming materials, including proper documentation, storage, and coordination with Quality Control for testing and delivery.
- Coordinate and execute material transfers between locations, ensuring proper temperature control, documentation, and chain of custody throughout transport.
- Execute and oversee ERP transactions including material receipts, transfers, issuing, batch creation, inventory adjustments, and reporting.
- Maintain accurate inventory by managing storage conditions, performing cycle counts, monitoring discrepancies, and supporting reconciliation activities.
- Support shipping and logistics activities, including coordination with carriers and cross functional teams to ensure timely and compliant domestic and international shipments.
- Partner with Quality, Technical Operations, Regulatory, Procurement, and other stakeholders to resolve material flow issues, including shortages, damaged goods, or documentation gaps.
- Monitor temperature control systems and devices, investigate excursions, and escalate issues as needed to ensure compliance.
- Prepare, coordinate, and execute material kitting and staging activities to support production schedules, including both MES and non-MES processes.
- Support cleanroom operations including gowning and material movement into controlled environments while maintaining required standards.
- Manage min/max inventory levels, review expiry data, and coordinate replenishment and disposal activities as needed.
- Procure, track, and manage bulk gases and other critical materials in alignment with production requirements.
- Provide guidance on inventory control, supply chain processes, and operational best practices.
- Participate in cross functional projects, task forces, and supply chain initiatives as a key contributor.
- Safely operate material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and company vehicles.
- Participate in an on-call rotation to support unplanned events or operational disruptions.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
Keys to Success:
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience
4+ year's experience with material handling, supply chain, or manufacturing required
GMP knowledge and/or demonstrated competency is a requirement for the role
Experience using the following ERP systems strongly preferred: Oracle, Veeva, Coupa, LIMS, MES, temperature monitoring systems, and logistics platforms (including World Courier and FedEx Custom Critical).
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a safety-first approach.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and delegate tasks to others.
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
As a condition of employment with Thermo Fisher Scientific, you must successfully complete and satisfy Thermo Fisher’s pre-employment screening (including background check and drug test) and any customer-mandated screening (including DOT physical), credentialing, or badging requirements. Customer requirements may differ from or exceed Thermo Fisher’s criteria. You must obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card. The company will support candidates in obtaining this during the pre-employment process.
The role primarily involves working independently at customer sites, which may include areas with chemical-based allergens like penicillin and tetracycline. Personal protective equipment, such as lab coats, coveralls, facemasks, and steel-toe shoes, is often required. The position requires regular lifting of 30-40 lbs (up to 50 lbs occasionally) and using equipment like pushcarts and forklifts to move up to 100 lbs. Standing, walking, reaching, and bending are frequent activities, sometimes in varied temperature environments. Overtime and on-call work may also be necessary.
Benefits
We offer comprehensive healthcare, paid Holidays, tuition reimbursement, 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!
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.
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.
Accessibility/Disability Access
Job Seekers with a Disability: Thermo Fisher Scientific offers accessibility service for job seekers requiring accommodations in the job application process. For example, this may include individuals requiring assistance because of hearing, vision, mobility, or cognitive impairments. If you are a job seeker with a disability, or assisting a person with a disability, and require accessibility assistance or an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please submit a request by telephone at 1-855-471-2255. Please include your contact information and specific details about your required accommodation to support you during the job application process.
This telephone line is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requiring accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Messages left for other purposes, such as not being able to get into the career website, following up on an application, or other non-disability related technical issues will not receive a response.
Compensation and Benefits
The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $23.04–$34.56. 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
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Align Your Credentials to GMP Standards
Thermo Fisher's manufacturing sites operate under Good Manufacturing Practice regulations, so certifications like Six Sigma, OSHA process safety, or hands-on GMP cleanroom experience will strengthen your profile before you apply.
Target Sites With Active Production Roles
Thermo Fisher operates biologics, drug product, and analytical instrument facilities across the U.S. Filter your search by site type, since bioprocessing and pharmaceutical manufacturing locations tend to post the most consistent openings for sponsored candidates.
Clarify Your OPT Cap-Gap Timeline Early
If you're on F-1 OPT, confirm whether your STEM extension covers the H-1B cap-gap period. USCIS allows continued work authorization during the gap if your employer filed before your OPT expired, so align your start date accordingly.
Expect a Multi-Stage Technical Interview Process
Manufacturing interviews at Thermo Fisher typically include a behavioral screen followed by technical rounds assessing process troubleshooting, deviation management, and familiarity with batch records. Prepare specific examples from regulated manufacturing environments.
Confirm LCA Filing Scope Before Accepting an Offer
Once you receive an offer, ask HR which facility the Labor Condition Application will be filed against. DOL requires the LCA to reflect the actual work location, and Thermo Fisher's distributed site network means your assigned plant determines the prevailing wage level.
Browse Open Roles Using Migrate Mate
Manufacturing positions at Thermo Fisher rotate frequently across facilities. Use Migrate Mate to filter for current openings by role type and sponsorship eligibility so you're applying to active requisitions rather than evergreen postings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Thermo Fisher Scientific sponsor H-1B visas for Manufacturing roles?
Yes, Thermo Fisher Scientific sponsors H-1B visas for Manufacturing positions, particularly in bioprocessing, pharmaceutical production, and process engineering. The company has a dedicated global mobility function that handles petition filing through USCIS. Sponsorship is most consistently offered for roles requiring specialized technical knowledge tied to a relevant bachelor's degree or higher, which satisfies the H-1B specialty occupation requirement.
How do I apply for Manufacturing jobs at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
Applications go through Thermo Fisher's careers portal, where roles are listed by site and function. Filter by Manufacturing or Operations to find relevant postings. You can also use Migrate Mate to browse current openings filtered by sponsorship eligibility. During the application, be specific about your process background and any regulated industry experience, as hiring managers assess technical fit before sponsorship conversations begin.
Which visa types does Thermo Fisher Scientific commonly use for Manufacturing positions?
Thermo Fisher sponsors H-1B visas for degree-qualified Manufacturing professionals and supports TN visa status for eligible Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering or science roles. The company also works with F-1 OPT and CPT for students entering production or quality functions, and pursues EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for longer-tenured employees in specialized or skilled manufacturing roles.
What qualifications does Thermo Fisher Scientific expect for sponsored Manufacturing roles?
Most sponsored Manufacturing roles require a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, biochemistry, mechanical engineering, or a closely related field. Hands-on experience in GMP-regulated environments, familiarity with batch record systems, and exposure to deviation or CAPA processes are frequently listed as requirements. Senior roles may expect prior experience in biologics, drug product manufacturing, or analytical instrument production specifically.
How do I understand the sponsorship timeline for a Manufacturing offer at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
For H-1B sponsorship, Thermo Fisher must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting the USCIS petition. If you're subject to the annual H-1B cap, your start date will be October 1 following a successful lottery registration in March. STEM OPT holders can begin working immediately under cap-gap protection if the petition is filed before OPT expires, which is a common path for Manufacturing candidates joining mid-year.