Lead Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician (1st Shift) - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Rochester, NY

About The Position

As part of Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Maintenance team, this role performs preventative and immediate maintenance on manufacturing production equipment, repairs equipment, and shares expertise to help resolve operational issues. The technician supports a safe work environment by following standards, procedures, and applicable legal regulations, and identifies, documents, and implements continuous-improvement opportunities. The position assesses and recommends improvements to molding machines, auxiliary equipment, electrical systems, and HVAC for long-term sustainability. It works with Maintenance, Engineering, Molding, Scheduling, the Production Manager, and other departments to analyze problems, recommend corrective actions, prioritize machine repairs, and improve operations. The technician also participates in creating departmental SOPs and work instructions. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role is based in New York and has an estimated hourly pay range of $27.11 to $40.67. The work environment includes manufacturing and warehouse conditions, loud machinery, GMP safety standards, cleanroom restrictions, and required PPE.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in a manufacturing environment.
Computer literacy, including the ability to analyze and present data using Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to document work performed in SAP.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including writing and articulation.
Safety- and quality-focused approach.

Nice To Haves

Two to three years of Maintenance Mechanic experience in automotive, manufacturing, warehouse, commercial, or another related industry.
Ability to read prints, drawings, and schematics.
HVAC knowledge.
Electrical diagnostics and knowledge of electrical installation.
Experience working with AC/DC drives.
Knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics.
Background in industrial or mechanical settings.

Responsibilities

Perform immediate and preventative maintenance on manufacturing production equipment.
Maintain a safe work environment by following standards, procedures, and legal regulations.
Identify, document, and implement continuous-improvement opportunities.
Assess and recommend improvements to molding machines, auxiliary equipment, electrical systems, and HVAC for long-term sustainability.
Engage Maintenance and Engineering colleagues to drive operational improvements.
Collaborate with relevant departments and staff on progress updates, problem analysis, and corrective-action recommendations.
Identify and implement balanced processes.
Work with Molding, Scheduling, and the Production Manager to prioritize machine repair scheduling.
Participate in creating departmental SOPs and work instructions.
Document work performed in SAP.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus where eligible.
Annual merit performance-based increase.
Medical benefits and national medical, dental, and vision plans, including health incentive programs.
Paid time off, including at least 120 hours annually, and 10 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave, including three weeks for bonding and eight weeks for caregiver leave.
Employee assistance and family support programs.
Commuter benefits.
Tuition reimbursement.
Accident and life insurance.
Short- and long-term disability.
Competitive 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount for eligible colleagues.
Employee referral bonus.
Career advancement opportunities.