Manufacturing Controls Technician - 2nd Shift
About The Position
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. DESCRIPTION: Join our collaborative team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Sr Manufacturing Engineering Technician, where you'll contribute to maintaining and optimizing manufacturing processes that enable scientific discoveries. You'll work with advanced equipment and technologies to ensure smooth operations while adhering to quality standards. This position offers the opportunity to apply your technical expertise in supporting manufacturing operations through equipment maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, and process improvement initiatives. You'll work with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues, implement engineering changes, and contribute to continuous improvement projects that enhance product quality and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- High School Diploma OR GED Required
- 2+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, maintenance, or related technical role
- Technical/Trade school certification in relevant discipline acceptable
- Additional specialized certifications in areas like calibration, electrical systems, or equipment-specific training advantageous
- Strong troubleshooting skills for mechanical, electrical, and automated systems
- Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings, P&IDs, and equipment documentation
- Experience with PLC systems, SCADA, and automated manufacturing equipment
- Knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements in manufacturing environments
- Demonstrated ability to perform equipment calibration and validation
- Expertise in using precision measurement tools and test equipment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and manufacturing software systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
- Experience with preventive maintenance programs and documentation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Ability to work different shifts and respond to emergency calls as needed
- Physical requirements include standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working in various environmental conditions
- Proficiency in English required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma) preferred
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
