Sr Packaging / Labeling Technician

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

Job Description

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.

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate Thermo Fisher’s 4I Values—Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement—through their daily work, with a strong foundation in Safety, Quality, and Continuous Improvement (CI). This includes consistently following all safety and compliance requirements (Haz ID submissions), ensuring accuracy and adherence to quality standards, maintaining a high level of performance and accountability, actively identifying and supporting process improvements (PPI/JDI), and collaborating effectively across teams to meet business objectives.

Location/Division Specific Information:

The Repack team at Ward Hill supports the safe, compliant packaging of chemical products across both regulated and non-regulated environments. Operations span powders, liquids, glovebox processing, pumping, labeling, and custom bulk packaging.

How Will You Make an Impact?:
You will serve as an advanced operator within repack operations, providing technical expertise in specialized processes while supporting team performance, training, and daily execution.
A Day in the Life:

Packaging Technicians support the safe, accurate, and compliant execution of repack operations across a variety of process areas. Daily responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Performing material and product handling, including movement, staging, and organization of bulk materials, intermediates, and finished goods
• Handling and verifying components such as containers, closures, labels, and packaging materials
• Repackaging chemical products, including powders and liquids, in both regulated and non-regulated environments
• Operating within controlled environments such as gloveboxes and hoods
• Utilizing production equipment including pumps, scales, sealing tools, and related systems
• Executing labeling, verification, and fulfillment of standard and custom bulk orders
• Supporting material flow, order readiness, and movement of work through operational processes
• Participating in cross-functional activities aligned with business needs and operational priorities

Level Expectations – Band III:

• Demonstrates reliability by adhering to company attendance and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies and sets the standard for team accountability and communication
• Demonstrates mastery across all repack functions
• Certified in at least one specialized process
• Leads by example in following and enforcing SOPs, work instructions, and safety requirements
• Leads Stop-the-Line culture and ensures timely escalation and resolution of risks
• Leads Hazard Identification (Haz ID) efforts and drives closure of identified issues
• Leads and drives the Just Do It (JDI) program by identifying improvement opportunities, supporting implementation, and coaching others to contribute to safety, quality, and efficiency improvements
• Leads and reinforces ownership of Cost to Work Here (Safety, Time & Attendance, Quality, and PPI) across the team
• Acts as backup lead and supports day-to-day operational execution
• Coaches and develops team members to build capability, consistency, and accountability
• Supports advanced troubleshooting and operational problem-solving
• Drives continuous improvement and operational excellence across the team

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:
Required: Minimum of 2 years of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field

Required: Demonstrates proficiency across all repack
Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Ability to follow written procedures with strong attention to detail
• Basic math skills for weighing and counting
• Ability to work in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Strong manual dexterity and hand coordination
• Willingness to learn and perform multiple functions across all process areas

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, bend, and move for extended periods of time
• Strong manual dexterity and hand coordination required to handle small containers, closures, labels, and tools with precision
• Ability to perform repetitive hand motions such as sealing, labeling, crimping, and weighing
• Ability to work in a warehouse and regulated manufacturing environment
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) for extended periods
• Some degrees of PPE required, including safety glasses, gloves, gowns, respirators, or lab coats
• Work environment may include varying temperatures, loud noise levels, and odors

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

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $17.85–$26.77.

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

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards