Assembler II (LSG) - Operations at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Asheville, North Carolina

Job Description:

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)



Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)



Job Description



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 chances to define relevant contributions to the world.

• Selects components, aligns, and assembles them in accurate sequence by drilling holes, adding rivets, screws, bolts, braces, tape, cement or solder to meet specifications.


• Applies wiring harnesses, sensors, and other electrical components in cabinet as per Sequence of Events (SOE). Recognizes color codes to ensure that wiring and other color coded procedures meet guidelines. Reads electrical wiring diagrams to accomplish accurate assembly.


• Uses a wide range of hand tools, drill, rivet gun, saw, hy-pot tester, and drill press.


• Inspects parts during sub-assembly and at key points to meet unit specified quality standards prior to moving unit to the next workstation. Verifies that custom equipment changes have been made according to production order and bill of materials.


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  provides support and coverage on all operations on line as requested by supervisor. Cross training and flexibility required.
  


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  Maintains clean and organized work area that supports co-workers as well as safety, efficiency, quality and customer demands.
  


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  Receives verbal instructions, reads production board or confers with Supervisor or Coordinators for instructions and priorities.
  


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  Fully engaged, initiates activities that support department and team goals, suggests improvements in work methods and is actively involved with all of the team activities within the department.
  


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  Supports Continuous Improvement, Practical Process Improvement (PPI) and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
  


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  Communicates effectively within cell or with other departments to relay key information. Open to and asks for suggestions and opinions of others regarding production issues and goals.
  


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  Performs all job duties consistent with the Code of Ethics and the 4-I Values, serves as a role model in the workplace.
  


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  Uses computer systems to check e-mail, complete on line training and complete Performance Management and Development (PMD) annual review process.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires high school diploma or GED.


• Standing, bending, reaching and handling bulky parts is common to the job.


• Ability to frequently lift up to 35 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to read and differentiate part numbers, labels and work instructions.


• Preferred manufacturing experience.


• Beginner digital literacy, or the ability to learn.

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