Operations Technician Jobs at Thermo Fisher Scientific with Visa Sponsorship
Operations Technician roles at Thermo Fisher Scientific sit at the intersection of hands-on laboratory work and large-scale biotech manufacturing. The company has a structured approach to work authorization for technical operations staff, supporting multiple visa pathways for qualified candidates across its U.S. facilities.
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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, Cold Room/Freezers -22 degrees F/-6 degrees C, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Job Description
1st Shift: Mon - Fri 6:30 am - 3:15 pm
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: You will be working in our state-of-the-art manufacturing warehouse, supporting the production and distribution of critical scientific equipment and supplies.
How Will You Make an Impact?: As a Packaging / Labeling Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials throughout our manufacturing process, contributing directly to the timely production and delivery of our products.
Essential Functions:
- Collaborate with FCS team to label and assemble clinical supplies accurately, ensuring precise label placement and documentation.
- Accurately count out and prepare packaging supplies to ensure accurate accountabilities prior to and at the completion of a job order. Assist Quality Assurance personnel, Production Supervisors, and Line Leaders in staging and reconciliation of components as required.
- Perform manual and automated filling and bottling of pharmaceutical products independently and approve in-process products at other stations.
- Review batch paperwork and follow supervisor instructions to understand and perform the necessary packaging procedures required for assembly of each study.
- Start, stop, and operate packaging machinery that fills, wraps, labels, or packs pharmaceutical products.
REQUIREMENTS
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of work experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or packaging.
Preferred: Experience with packaging machinery
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Proficiency in using warehouse management systems and inventory tracking software
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs regularly
- Picking order in fluctuating temperatures
- Capable of standing, walking, and operating material handling equipment for extended periods
- Work environment may include exposure to moderate noise levels and temperature variations
What We Offer:
Compensation
- Competitive Pay
- Performance Related Bonus where eligible
- Annual merit performance-based increase
Excellent Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Career Advancement Opportunities
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, Cold Room/Freezers -22 degrees F/-6 degrees C, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
Job Description
1st Shift: Mon - Fri 6:30 am - 3:15 pm
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: You will be working in our state-of-the-art manufacturing warehouse, supporting the production and distribution of critical scientific equipment and supplies.
How Will You Make an Impact?: As a Packaging / Labeling Technician, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient flow of materials throughout our manufacturing process, contributing directly to the timely production and delivery of our products.
Essential Functions:
- Collaborate with FCS team to label and assemble clinical supplies accurately, ensuring precise label placement and documentation.
- Accurately count out and prepare packaging supplies to ensure accurate accountabilities prior to and at the completion of a job order. Assist Quality Assurance personnel, Production Supervisors, and Line Leaders in staging and reconciliation of components as required.
- Perform manual and automated filling and bottling of pharmaceutical products independently and approve in-process products at other stations.
- Review batch paperwork and follow supervisor instructions to understand and perform the necessary packaging procedures required for assembly of each study.
- Start, stop, and operate packaging machinery that fills, wraps, labels, or packs pharmaceutical products.
REQUIREMENTS
Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year of work experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or packaging.
Preferred: Experience with packaging machinery
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Proficiency in using warehouse management systems and inventory tracking software
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team
Physical Requirements / Work Environment:
- Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs regularly
- Picking order in fluctuating temperatures
- Capable of standing, walking, and operating material handling equipment for extended periods
- Work environment may include exposure to moderate noise levels and temperature variations
What We Offer:
Compensation
- Competitive Pay
- Performance Related Bonus where eligible
- Annual merit performance-based increase
Excellent Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Career Advancement Opportunities
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Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
H-1B eligibility for Operations Technician roles hinges on whether the position requires a specific bachelor's degree field. Target Thermo Fisher postings that list a degree in biochemistry, chemical engineering, or life sciences as a hard requirement, not a preference.
Target Thermo Fisher sites with active manufacturing operations
Operations Technician openings are concentrated at Thermo Fisher's bioproduction and pharmaceutical manufacturing sites. Searching by facility type narrows your applications to locations with recurring technical hiring rather than one-off postings.
Prepare GMP documentation experience before interviews
Thermo Fisher's operations roles require familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice protocols. Document specific GMP tasks from prior lab or production roles in your resume, because interviewers will probe this directly when assessing technical readiness.
Understand the LCA filing step before accepting an offer
Before Thermo Fisher files your H-1B petition, DOL must certify a Labor Condition Application confirming the offered wage meets prevailing wage levels for your worksite location. Knowing this step exists helps you set realistic start-date expectations with your hiring manager.
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Does Thermo Fisher Scientific sponsor H-1B visas for Operations Technicians?
Yes, Thermo Fisher Scientific sponsors H-1B visas for Operations Technician roles where the position qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a specific degree in a technical field such as biochemistry, life sciences, or chemical engineering. Your offer letter and job description need to reflect that degree requirement clearly, as this supports the H-1B petition that Thermo Fisher files with USCIS on your behalf.
How do I apply for Operations Technician jobs at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
Apply directly through Thermo Fisher Scientific's careers portal, searching for Operations Technician openings filtered by location and business unit. You can also browse verified sponsorship-confirmed postings on Migrate Mate, which makes it easier to identify roles where Thermo Fisher has indicated willingness to support work authorization. Tailor your application to highlight GMP experience, laboratory operations skills, and any relevant degree coursework.
Which visa types does Thermo Fisher Scientific commonly use for Operations Technician roles?
Thermo Fisher supports several visa pathways for Operations Technicians, including H-1B for specialty occupation roles, F-1 OPT and CPT for recent graduates, and TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying technical occupations. For longer-term authorization, Thermo Fisher also sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card petitions for employees in ongoing operations roles, typically after a period of employment.
What qualifications does Thermo Fisher Scientific expect for Operations Technician roles?
Most Operations Technician postings at Thermo Fisher require a bachelor's degree in a life sciences, chemistry, or engineering discipline, along with hands-on experience in a regulated manufacturing or laboratory environment. Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practice, cleanroom protocols, and documentation standards is frequently listed as a core requirement rather than a preference, which also matters for H-1B specialty occupation eligibility.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take after receiving an offer from Thermo Fisher Scientific?
Timeline depends on the visa type. For H-1B, Thermo Fisher must first file a Labor Condition Application with DOL, which typically takes one to two weeks, before submitting the I-129 petition to USCIS. Standard H-1B adjudication can take three to six months, though premium processing shortens that to roughly 15 business days. F-1 OPT or TN sponsorship generally moves faster and doesn't follow the same cap-season schedule.
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