Sr Operator Manufacturing Operations

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Reports To: Team Lead, Operations

Location: Bangalore

Purpose:

Responsible for the day to day running of the designated area, ensuring a safe and organized workplace, high quality output and that the plan needs are met at optimal cost.

Adopt and live the Company's 4-I values (Intensity, Integrity, Innovation & Involvement)

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Support day-to-day manufacturing operations, coordinate with team members, and assist the Manager in achieving departmental goals.
• Monitor and work to reduce product loss and wastage investigate quality failures and implement corrective actions to enhance output and efficiency.
• Complete batch records online and update equipment logbooks in real time.
• Accurately report routing hours, material issuance, and quantity completion on a daily basis.
• Record detailed observations during production activities in batch records, reports, and work orders, adhering to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Comply with all company safety regulations.
• Promptly report unsafe conditions, hazards, or risks to team members and supervisors.
• Support the company's dedication to quality by identifying and documenting factors that may impact product quality.
• Supervise and track laboratory supplies to ensure availability of reagents for daily operations.
• Drive productivity improvements and efficiencies within the manufacturing/laboratory environment to deliver cost savings.
• Adapt quickly to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks/projects with overlapping deadlines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives such as JDI (Just Do It), PPI (Practical Process Improvement), and Kaizen.
• Align with and promote Thermo Fisher Scientific's 4i Values (Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Understand and strictly follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for finished goods manufacturing.
• Ensure accurate labelling and handling of samples and kits.
• Maintain cleanliness, handling, and preventative maintenance of equipment.
• Make accurate batch record entries and report any deviations to the supervisor immediately.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in any subject area, with a minimum of 2 years of experience in the life sciences, biotechnology, or relevant manufacturing operations field.
• Hands on experience in E1 ERP system.
• Understanding of ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 standards is a strong advantage.
• Highly organized with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Consistent record to multi-task, prioritize, and handle time effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer focused with the flexibility to adapt and respond to diverse tasks and operational demands.
• Willingness to work on different shifts and adapt to changing schedules as needed.
• Familiar with compliance and regulatory standards relevant to manufacturing or biotech environments.