Supervisor, Mfg Equipment Maintenance

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Greenville, NC

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About The Position

As part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, the Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Supervisor coordinates a skilled team of maintenance technicians to ensure optimal performance of critical manufacturing equipment. The role promotes excellence in preventive and corrective maintenance while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements. Working closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams, the supervisor helps maximize equipment uptime, improve operational efficiency, and maintain high manufacturing standards. The supervisor fosters a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

The position follows a 12-hour day shift schedule. The work environment requires adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and safety standards. Cleanroom restrictions prohibit hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, and facial hair. Personal protective equipment may be required, including safety glasses, gowns, gloves, lab coats, and earplugs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree plus 5 years of industrial maintenance experience, including 2 or more years in a supervisory role; alternatively, 5 years of industrial maintenance and pharmaceutical experience, including 2 or more years in a leadership role.
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation systems.
• Expertise in preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• 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, including the ability to coach, develop, and support team members.
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling maintenance activities.
• Experience in 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.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred field of study in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering.
• Professional certifications in maintenance, electrical systems, or HVAC are beneficial.
• Experience in a GMP manufacturing environment, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a team of maintenance technicians to ensure optimal performance of critical manufacturing equipment.
• Promote preventive and corrective maintenance excellence while maintaining regulatory compliance.
• Work with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to maximize equipment uptime and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain high manufacturing standards and foster safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
• Manage and schedule maintenance activities.
• Coach, develop, and support team members.
• Manage contractors and vendors.
• Maintain regulatory compliance and documentation.

What This Job Offers

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