Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), 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

Location/Division Specific Information

This opportunity is located at our Oakwood Village, OH facility near Cleveland within the Chemical Analysis Division (CAD). Our facility produces a variety of radiation detection instruments.

How Will You Make an Impact?

As a Manufacturing Scientist, you will execute and improve all process related to the production of thermoluminescent dosimetry (TLD) materials. You will balance bench science activities with process development and improvement.

A Day in the Life:

Daily operation of manufacturing work cells used to produce TLD material, including crystal growth, batch chemical operations, and finishing processesPerform materials performance quality assurance testingWork multi-functionally to ensure internal and external customers have quality material delivered on timeDrive process improvement projects for safety, quality, and cost reductionsDesign and conduct chemical and physical experiments for the purpose of improving upon existing materials and processes

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Material’s Science, Engineering or Physical Sciences is required

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing facility, 3-5 years preferredExperimental Design and Data AnalysisCrystal Growth Experience UsefulExperience with the operation of industrial equipment: hydraulic presses, furnaces and machining equipmentKnowledge of chemical safety, SDS programs, and PPE equipment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Outstanding organizational skills with ability to multi-task and balance sophisticated and routine work activities with strong attention to detailEffective written and oral communication skillsKnowledge and experience in experimental design and statistical analysisProven ability to improve manufacturing processes and product qualityInitiate and implement appropriate experiments to address manufacturing process deviationsProficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook and ERP systems

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Ability to lift/push/pull up to 40 poundsAbility to work in a laboratory environmentAbility to see minute/ small-scale detail required

What We Offer

Compensation

Competitive PayAnnual performance-based bonusAnnual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits

Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher ScientificMedical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1Paid Time Off & Designated Paid HolidaysRetirement Savings PlanTuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral BonusCareer Advancement Opportunities