Sr. MFG Equipment Maintenance Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Lebanon, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, this role supports a 400,000-square-foot facility, including 60,000 square feet of cleanroom space, in Lebanon, Tennessee. The technician performs advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration activities on critical cleanroom production equipment; leads complex problem-solving efforts; improves equipment reliability; and ensures compliance with safety and cGMP standards. The schedule is first shift, 6:00 AM–4:30 PM, Monday through Thursday. Overtime is available based on business needs. The work takes place in cleanroom and industrial environments, and may also involve office and warehouse settings. Cleanroom restrictions include no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, or facial hair. PPE may be required. This position requires frequent standing, bending, climbing, reaching, and crawling, as well as the ability to lift more than 50 pounds and push or pull up to 150 pounds. Work may involve electrical systems, high-pressure equipment, chemicals, noise, mechanical hazards, and working at heights. The posting describes the role’s benefits under “Temporary Employee Benefits,” including competitive remuneration, healthcare benefits, annual incentive plan eligibility, and employee programs. It also notes career development opportunities and a culture emphasizing integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, packaging, biotech, food and beverage, or similar environments.
Ability to work independently and lead complex troubleshooting efforts.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment systems in cleanroom environments.
Proficiency in electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic troubleshooting.
Experience with instrumentation and calibration disciplines, including temperature, pressure, flow, and humidity.
Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
Strong communication skills and ability to clearly explain technical issues.
Ability to lift more than 50 pounds and push or pull up to 150 pounds.
Ability to frequently stand, bend, climb, reach, and crawl.
Ability to work in cleanroom and industrial environments and in conditions involving electrical systems, high-pressure equipment, chemicals, noise, and mechanical hazards.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting cleanroom manufacturing equipment.
Advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience.
Working knowledge of calibration practices and instrumentation systems.
Familiarity with PLC/VFD diagnostics and control systems.
Supporting knowledge of HVAC, vacuum, or DI water systems.

Responsibilities

Follow safety, cGMP, SOP, and standard work requirements.
Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on cleanroom manufacturing equipment.
Independently troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues.
Execute and support calibration and instrumentation activities.
Perform advanced root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
Support PLC/VFD troubleshooting at the diagnostic level.
Lead or assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications.
Maintain accurate documentation in CMMS (Maximo), including work orders and parts usage.
Ensure maintenance activities meet audit and compliance standards.
Act as a technical resource and mentor to Tech I and Tech II technicians.
Participate in Lean, 5S, and Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives.
Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment.
Drive improvements in equipment uptime, reliability, and maintenance KPIs.