Equipment Maintenance Technician - 1st Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Frederick, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Equipment Maintenance Technician supports Manufacturing Operations by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing filling and assembly equipment used to produce reagent consumables. This role involves working closely with the Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team, performing preventive maintenance, providing daily production support, and handling electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic troubleshooting. The technician will also coordinate with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and manage critical spare parts to ensure equipment uptime, product quality, and GMP compliance. This position offers hands-on exposure to automated manufacturing equipment and opportunities to develop skills in CAD, PLC/automation fundamentals, and equipment reliability under the guidance of the Manufacturing Engineering team. Success in this role is measured by safe, reliable equipment operation, disciplined preventive maintenance, and clear communication with Operations and Engineering, with the goal of the technician becoming a trusted first responder for equipment issues over time.

Requirements

High school diploma or technical trade school certificate required
2+ years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, packaging, biotech, food & beverage, or similar environments
Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on experience using tools, fixtures, and mechanical assemblies
Demonstrate safe work practices when using tools and working around electrical equipment
Experience performing preventive maintenance and corrective equipment troubleshooting
Basic electrical experience includes sensors, wiring checks, and low-voltage circuits
Experience using HMIs and working around automated manufacturing equipment
Familiarity with electrical schematics and mechanical drawings for basic troubleshooting and maintenance tasks
Solid troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently and escalate issues appropriately
Strong communication skills with operators, engineers, and OEMs
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) for documentation, communication, and maintenance recordkeeping
Willingness to learn new skills, equipment, and technologies as manufacturing equipment and processes evolve
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to routinely lift to 50 lbs., work standing for extended periods, and use ladders or hand tools as needed

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Engineering Technology, or equivalent

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair mechanical, pneumatic, and electrical issues on filling and assembly equipment
Respond to equipment downtime quickly, communicate clear status updates, and partner with Manufacturing Operations to maintain reliable production
Perform equipment adjustments, part replacements, alignments, and changeover support
Take ownership of assigned equipment areas, including troubleshooting, repairs, PM execution, and reliability improvement
Partner with Manufacturing Engineers during escalated troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and post-repair testing
Assist OEM technicians during service visits, calibrations, and repairs
Follow all GMP, SOP, LOTO, and safety requirements while maintaining accurate documentation
Work overtime as needed
Support off-shift manufacturing through participation in the on-call rotation
Help organize and maintain critical spare parts inventory and communicate low stock items

Benefits

Competitive remuneration
Healthcare benefits
Annual incentive plan eligibility
Career development opportunities
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
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