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Sr Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

AT Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific

Sr Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

Harrisburg, PA

Work Schedule
Second Shift (Afternoons)

Environmental Conditions
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards

Job Description

Job Description
When you are part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work. And you'll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of $20 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create important contributions to the world.

Position Summary

This position involves a variety of responsibilities for the business, such as installing, solving, repairing, and facility equipment, following safety, preventive, predictive, and productive maintenance systems. You will be responsible for providing direct support to Process Technicians, Manufacturing Engineers, Operations Manufacturing and Assembly teams.

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Follow all safety and cGMP requirements.

Perform on-call and after hours maintenance activities as the need arises.

Perform regular preventive maintenance (PM) on machines, equipment and plant facilities. Document PM's in Maximo.

Perform highly diversified duties to install and maintain production equipment.

Perform simple fabrication duties and responsibilities.

Perform mechanic tasks, including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and solving and repair of production machines and ancillary support equipment.

Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, test and make adjustments to plant equipment and ancillary support equipment.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

Follow safety laws and maintain cleanliness and organization in work areas.

Perform calibration activities.

Perform certification of clean rooms and controlled areas.

Repair instrumentation electronics and equipment as requested.

Support execution of new equipment validation tests as needed.

Support modification and validation of existing equipment as needed.

Working Shift: 2nd Shift Mon-Fri 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM

Skills and Abilities

  • Strong willingness to learn, be mentored, and improve self, and train others
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Desire to chip in to the business and its team
  • Highly organized and self-motivated
  • Able and willing to following work instructions, work orders and test protocols
  • Takes initiative to maintain cleanliness and organization
  • Ability to tackle sophisticated technical problems
  • Ability to remain calm and effectively resolve potentially harmful/stressful situations
  • Very hands-on work ethic
  • Ability to work flexible hours if needed

Minimum Qualifications/ Requirements

  • Confirmed experience in a factory setting with equipment maintenance or post high school education or training
  • Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
  • Ability to work independently and on a team to achieve established project goals
  • Effective oral and written communication, planning, and organization skills
  • Strong problem-solving ability
  • Basic computer and data entry skills
  • Experience with hand tools/drill press/calipers/micrometers
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings/prints
  • Experience in Lock Out Tag Out and Arc Flash

Additional Qualifications (Plus)

  • Experience in creation of mechanical/electrical assembly and test fixtures
  • Knowledge of HVAC, chiller systems, steam systems; hydraulic press
  • Knowledge of electric and/or hydraulic plastic-injection press operation would be a plus
  • Knowledge of vacuum and/or DI water systems
  • Knowledge of PLC and VFD programming would be a plus
  • Knowledge and understanding different types of potential energy
  • Knowledge in common calibrated fields: temperature, humidity, pressure, flow, time, mass, electrical, and dimensional measurements and calibrations.

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 55,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission-enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Apply today http://jobs.thermofisher.com

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Client-provided location(s): Millersburg, PA 17061, USA
Job ID: ThermoFisher-R-01288355
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Fitness Subsidies
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Financial Counseling
    • Performance Bonus
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Mentor Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program