Manufacturing Engineer Technician II - Senior

Merz North America•Franksville, WI

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician provides hands-on technical support for manufacturing equipment, primarily in cleanroom operations and during second-shift operations. The role monitors equipment performance and supports setup, operation, adjustments, changeovers, routine troubleshooting, and basic equipment repairs to help maintain reliable production and reduce downtime. The technician works with Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Engineering to address equipment issues and support equipment improvements, while developing broader troubleshooting and equipment-reliability skills. The position may be filled at the II, III, IV, or Senior level based on the selected candidate’s education, experience, technical knowledge, and demonstrated troubleshooting capabilities. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer-sponsored work authorization; the position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization.

Requirements

Associate of Science (A.S.) in a technical field, or an equivalent combination of technical training and relevant hands-on manufacturing equipment experience.
Training or education related to mechanical systems, industrial maintenance, manufacturing equipment, or a related technical discipline.
1–2 years of experience setting up, troubleshooting, maintaining, or supporting manufacturing equipment in a production environment.
General knowledge of cleanroom procedures.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices.
Basic communication skills to take instructions and provide feedback to supervisors about production issues.
Knowledge of basic measuring techniques, including scales, rulers, and U.S. and metric measurements.
Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills.
Ability to operate, monitor, adjust, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and recognize and appropriately respond to equipment abnormalities.
Basic problem-solving skills and ability to support equipment troubleshooting.
Ability to work independently with general guidance, with initiative and a self-starting approach.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and basic electrical systems.

Nice To Haves

Experience with automated or semi-automated manufacturing equipment and automation controls.
Basic knowledge of PLC systems and PLC-controlled equipment.
Experience troubleshooting mechanical, pneumatic, or electrical systems in a GMP-regulated medical device or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Experience in a GMP-regulated or cleanroom manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Monitor manufacturing equipment performance, identify abnormal conditions, and support equipment setup, operation, adjustments, and changeovers.
Troubleshoot routine mechanical and operational equipment issues and assist in restoring equipment to normal operation.
Escalate complex or recurring equipment issues to senior technical personnel, Maintenance, or Engineering as appropriate.
Support equipment improvements focused on reliability, performance, and ease of operation; assist with testing and implementing equipment modifications and provide production feedback.
Perform basic equipment adjustments and minor repairs within established training and authorization.
Support Maintenance with equipment repairs and preventive maintenance activities.
Document equipment issues, troubleshooting activities, adjustments, and repairs as required.
Follow applicable procedures, work instructions, safety requirements, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
Provide hands-on equipment support to manufacturing personnel, including assistance with setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting.
Serve as an additional technical resource during second-shift manufacturing operations.