Maintenance Supervisor

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Rochester, NY

17d

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Supervisor at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will coordinate a skilled team of maintenance technicians to ensure optimal performance of critical manufacturing equipment. You will promote excellence in preventive and corrective maintenance while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory requirements. Working closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams, you will help maximize equipment uptime, improve operational efficiency, and maintain high manufacturing standards. Your leadership will foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

Requirements

• Advanced degree plus 3 years of experience, or a bachelor's degree plus 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance.
• At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience in a GMP manufacturing environment, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation systems.
• Expertise in preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), including SAP.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance manuals.
• Proficiency in safety protocols including LOTO, confined space entry, and arc flash prevention.
• Experience with TPM, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Leadership skills to coach, develop, and support team members.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling maintenance activities.
• Experience with regulatory compliance and documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Experience managing contractors and vendors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance management software such as SAP.

Nice To Haves

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in maintenance, electrical systems, or HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a team of maintenance technicians to ensure optimal performance of critical manufacturing equipment.
• Promote preventive and corrective maintenance excellence.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Work with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to maximize equipment uptime and improve operational efficiency.
• Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

Benefits

• 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 of paid time off and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Paid parental leave, including 3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave.
• Accident and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy.
• Competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan.
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan offering eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount.
• May be eligible for a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager