Sr. MFG Equipment Maintenance Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Lebanon, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician III to support its 400,000 sq. ft. facility, including 60,000 sq. ft. of cleanroom space, in Lebanon, Tennessee. The role performs advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration on critical cleanroom production equipment; leads complex problem-solving; improves equipment reliability; and ensures compliance with safety and cGMP standards. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with overtime available based on business needs. The technician operates with substantial autonomy and accountability, supports and mentors lower-level technicians, and helps improve equipment uptime, reliability, and maintenance KPIs. The position requires maintaining high standards for safety, compliance, documentation accuracy, and an organized, audit-ready work environment. The work takes place in cleanroom and industrial environments and may involve electrical systems, high-pressure equipment, chemicals, noise, and mechanical hazards. Cleanroom conditions prohibit hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, and facial hair. PPE may be required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, packaging, biotech, food and beverage, or a similar environment.
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 lbs. and push or pull up to 150 lbs.
Ability to frequently stand, bend, climb, reach, and crawl.

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 Technician I and Technician II staff.
Participate in Lean, 5S, and Practical Process Improvement initiatives.
Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment.
Support improvements in equipment uptime, reliability, and maintenance KPIs.