Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
Job Description
About Thermo Fisher Scientific – Birmingham, UK
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global leader in serving science, operating across multiple locations in the United Kingdom with more than 5,000 colleagues contributing to research, manufacturing, quality, and diagnostic excellence.
At our Birmingham site, including facilities such as The Binding Site Group acquired by Thermo Fisher, teams design, develop, and manufacture in-vitro diagnostic kits, reagents, analyzers, and medical products that support the diagnosis and management of complex diseases including cancer and immune disorders. This site is certified to ISO quality and medical device standards and plays a significant role in delivering high-quality healthcare solutions globally.
Our organisation also collaborates with leading scientific institutions, including long-standing partnerships with the University of Birmingham to accelerate research and enhance training opportunities in advanced analytical technologies.
Manufacturing Technician II
Location: Calthorpe Road, Birmingham, UK
Job Type: Full-time, Onsite
About the Role
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 day by enabling 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 developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, including environmental protection, food safety, and life-saving medical breakthroughs.
As a Manufacturing Technician, you will play a key role in the manufacture and in-process testing of in-vitro diagnostic devices. Working within a collaborative team, you will follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure products are built and tested to the highest quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Operate and maintain manufacturing and testing equipment, ensuring calibration, documentation, and operational readiness.
* Use ERP systems to record work progress, manage inventory, and support effective stock control.
* Complete production records and worksheets accurately and in real time in line with the Quality Management System (QMS).
* Support right-first-time manufacturing and on-time delivery through prompt reporting of issues, required checks, and up-to-date training compliance.
* Plan and prioritise workloads with guidance from your line manager to meet production and test schedules while maintaining a safe and organised environment.
Education & Experience
* Essential: Grade C/5 or above in GCSE Maths, English and Science (or equivalent)
* Desirable: Degree or A Levels in a relevant scientific subject
* Experience: Minimum 1 year in manufacturing, operations, production, lab or related setting preferred
* Preferred: Experience in a cGMP environment
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Computer literate (Word, Excel)
* Strong organisation, time management, and planning skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* High attention to detail and ability to multi-task
Physical Requirements / Work Environment
* Use of walk-in freezers and cold rooms
* Commitment to personal protective equipment (PPE) and safe working practices
What We Offer
Compensation
* Competitive pay
* Performance-related bonus where eligible
* Annual merit performance-based increases
Excellent Benefits
* Medical benefits
* Paid time off / annual leave
* Employee referral bonus
* Career advancement opportunities