Lead Building Maintenance Tech at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Thermo Fisher Scientific Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Life SciencesIndustries

Requirements

  • Trade School Degree with 2+ years of experience in mechanical/refrigeration/utilities in an industrial or manufacturing setting (minimum); Associate's degree or technical training with 5-7 years of increasing responsibility in equipment installation, building maintenance, and repair (preferred)
  • Experience in pharmaceutical and/or packaging settings with cGMP knowledge (preferred)
  • Strong refrigeration knowledge and experience in a commercial/industrial environment
  • Type II or EPA Universal Certification
  • Proficiency in HVAC and Refrigeration for medium and low temperature DX systems, plumbing, and electrical/control wiring
  • Ability to read and interpret P&ID drawings/schematics
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
  • Physical ability: Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance (up to 70 pounds frequently 50%-79%), climb ladders (15%-25%), work at heights up to 40 feet (15%-25%), stand continuously (95%-100%), walk frequently (50%-79%), bend frequently (50%-79%), squat (up to 49%); vision requirements (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, adjust focus)
  • Adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards; able to work in environmental conditions including Cold Room/Freezers (-22°F/-6°C), fluctuating temps hot/cold, loud noises, office, warehouse, some PPE required, standing for full shift, working at heights
  • Rotational work schedule (once every fifth to six weeks on 2nd shift)

Responsibilities

  • Apply Good Manufacturing Principles in all areas of responsibility
  • Demonstrate and promote the company vision of Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, and Involvement
  • Conduct all activities safely and efficiently
  • Perform PMs (preventive maintenance) and repairs on air handling units, compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, vessels, valves, and other refrigeration machinery
  • Diagnose and solve mechanical and electrical problems
  • Use the Building Automation System and perform rounds and readings to monitor plant and equipment performance

Skills

Preventive Maintenance
HVAC Repair
Air Handling Units
Compressors
Condensers
Evaporators
Pumps
Vessels
GMP Compliance
Safety Standards
PPE

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Provides life sciences products and services

About Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific offers a variety of products and services that support scientific research and healthcare, including laboratory equipment, reagents, and software solutions. Their products are used in applications like protein biology, real-time PCR, and sequencing, serving clients such as academic institutions and pharmaceutical companies. Unlike competitors, Thermo Fisher emphasizes customer support and education, helping clients optimize their experiments. The company's goal is to be a leading provider of life sciences solutions that contribute to a healthier and safer world.

Waltham, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1956Year Founded
$17MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Risks

Increased competition in single-use bioprocessing may impact market share.
Sale of anatomical pathology business could create a temporary product gap.
Investment in miDiagnostics may face regulatory challenges affecting returns.

Differentiation

Thermo Fisher offers a comprehensive range of life sciences products and services.
Their well-known brands include Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, and Invitrogen.
They provide strong customer support and educational resources to optimize client workflows.

Upsides

Expansion of biologics production facility enhances capacity for precision biologics monitoring.
Investment in miDiagnostics aligns with demand for rapid diagnostic solutions in BioPharma.
Collaboration with Mainz Biomed positions them in the growing cancer detection market.

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