Lead Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician 1st Shift

Work Schedule

Environmental Conditions

Job Description

1st Shift Monday - Friday 8:00AM to 4:30PM (Overtime as needed)

POSITION SUMMARY

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team youll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the worlds toughest challenges like protecting the environment making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

LOCATION/DIVISION SPECIFIC INFORMATION

As part of the Life Products Division (LPD) the Mebane NC site focuses on producing a domestic supply of critically needed laboratory pipette tips used in disease research and high-volume diagnostic testing.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Lead Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician will be responsible for installing fixing and maintaining machinery equipment plumbing physical structures electrical wiring and lighting within the plant operating facility according to specifications codes safety guidelines and company procedures. Also responsible for executing preventive predictive and corrective maintenance activities to ensure safe reliable and efficient operation of manufacturing automation and facility equipment.

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) procedures on injection molding machines (IMM) automation equipment and robotic systems assembly equipment and plant utility systems (chillers dryers compressors cooling towers HVAC pumping systems).
• Perform inspections lubrication calibration adjustments and component replacements per PM schedules.
• Identify early signs of wear failure or misalignment and escalate findings appropriately.
• Ensure accurate timely and GDP-compliant completion of maintenance documentation and work orders.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical electrical pneumatic hydraulic and basic robotic systems.
• Disassemble and repair mechanical components such as screws barrels cylinders valves pumps and gearboxes.
• Reassemble equipment and install new or replacement components according to manufacturer specifications.
• Support machinery moves installations and equipment setup activities as needed.
• Operate drill presses grinders welders mills lathes and other metalworking tools to fabricate or repair parts.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment including multimeters megohmmeters and ammeters.
• Follow all Safety and Environmental rules and procedures and maintain 5S standards.
• Identify and report hazards or unsafe conditions and participate in required training.
• Support PPI and Kaizen initiatives and assist in root cause investigations as needed.
• Provide support across operational areas as required and perform other duties as assigned.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Maintains a safe work environment by following standards and procedures aligning with legal regulations.
• Identifies documents and implements opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Accomplishes preventative maintenance programs for all plant equipment.
• Maintains specified records and logs of repairs and maintenance activities in compliance with GDP.
• Works on Continuous Improvement and supports all PPI Keys and Lean projects.
• Perform immediate and preventative maintenance for manufacturing production equipment
• Assess and recommend improvements to molding machines auxiliary equipment and electrical systems and HVAC for long term sustainability.
• Engages the Maintenance and Engineering team to challenge the status quo to make continuous operational improvements.
• Collaborate with all appropriate departments/staff in progress updates problem analysis and corrective action recommendations.
• Ability to identify and implement balanced processes.
• Work with Molding Scheduling and Production Manager on prioritizing machine repair scheduling.
• Participate in the creation of SOPs and work instructions related to the department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Required: Minimum of 4 years of work experience in a manufacturing operations production or lab setting or related field

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Maintenance Electrical Technology Mechatronics or related technical field.
• Experience maintaining injection molding machines (IMM).
• Experience maintaining industrial automation or robotic systems.
• Experience with PLCs controls vision systems
• Experience in plastics manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a regulated industry with adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Technical training or industry certifications in industrial maintenance or related discipline.

TECHINCAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of automation and robotic systems.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and basic electrical schematics.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Commitment to safety and ethical standards.
• Computer skills including the Microsoft Office Suite. Writing and articulation are an important aspect of documenting work performed in applications such as SAP.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequently lift up to 50 lbs; occasionally lift more than 50 lbs with assistance.
• Frequently stand or walk for extended periods.
• Occasionally kneel crouch or crawl.
• Must be available to work overtime including weekends as necessary to support operations.

OTHER AREAS PREFERRED

• Robotics
• Mechatronics/Automation Work Cells
• PLC Programming/Ability to Read and Understand Machine Code
• Welding Skills
• HVAC and Overall HVAC Control Systems Knowledge

WHAT WE OFFER:

Compensation

• Competitive Pay
• Performance Related Bonus where eligible
• Annual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Career Advancement Opportunities