Sr. Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician at Thermo Fisher Scientific

Miami, Florida, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Manufacturing, Life SciencesIndustries

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of applicable work experience
  • Experience with automated production equipment in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, lubrication, electrical systems, industrial automation, and controls technology
  • Strong mechanical skills for equipment disassembly, repairs, and reassembly
  • Knowledge of industrial control wiring systems
  • Proficiency in welding/machining/fabrication
  • Knowledge of CMMS and BAS computer systems
  • Proficiency in building systems such as HVAC, WFI system, compressed air, plumbing, plant steam, and electrical distribution systems
  • Excellent customer service abilities, interpersonal skills (oral and written), team-oriented, hands-on, thrives in fast-paced environments
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance and stand for extended periods (up to 6 hours at a time, up to 8 hours a day)
  • Frequent squatting, stooping, kneeling, bending, twisting at waist, and climbing ladders
  • Adherence to strict GMP Safety Standards and cleanroom protocols (no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc.)
  • Ability to work in environmental conditions: cold room/freezers (-22°F/-6°C), fluctuating temps hot/cold, loud noises, strong odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products), warehouse, hazardous/toxic materials, working at heights, some PPE required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
  • Coverage of 12-hour shifts for 3rd shift technician during PTO
  • Possess abilities to perform physical requirements of the assigned job as identified by the Job Safety Analysis (JSA) with or without accommodations
  • Preferred: Process automation troubleshooting experience, proficient in electrical, electronics and controls technologies, powered industrial equipment operation training, training and experience with safety programs (lockout/tagout, hot work, confined space, elevated work), Maximo experience

Responsibilities

  • Make repairs or adjustments on production equipment as requested
  • Fabricate replacement parts within the maintenance machining/welding shop
  • Communicate daily with the Maintenance Team Lead about significant information
  • Assist in analyzing and correcting problems encountered during maintenance work to ensure work is performed according to SOP’s
  • Connect with supervisor/engineering regarding equipment condition and provide recommendations for improved reliability plan
  • Perform equipment upkeep and repairs on building systems

Skills

Equipment Maintenance
Machining
Welding
GMP
SOP
PPE
Automated Equipment
Troubleshooting
Fabrication
Reliability Planning

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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