Supervisor, Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Supervisor at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will coordinate a skilled team of maintenance technicians to ensure optimal performance of critical manufacturing equipment. You will promote excellence in preventive and corrective maintenance while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory requirements. Working closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams, you will help maximize equipment uptime, improve operational efficiency, and maintain high manufacturing standards. Your leadership will foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; preferred fields of study are Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering.
5 years of experience in industrial maintenance.
2 years of experience in a supervisory role.
Experience in a GMP manufacturing environment, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries.
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 with 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.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now or in the future without sponsorship.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, including drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications in maintenance, electrical systems, or HVAC are beneficial.
Experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology GMP manufacturing environments.
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering.

Responsibilities

Coordinate a team of maintenance technicians to ensure optimal performance of critical manufacturing equipment.
Promote effective preventive and corrective maintenance.
Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
Work with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to maximize equipment uptime and improve operational efficiency.
Support high manufacturing standards and foster safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
Manage contractors and vendors.
Plan and schedule maintenance activities.