Lead Metrology Technician

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Job Description

Move fast. Think big. Make an impact that can change lives.

At Thermo Fisher Scientifics St. Louis site we move with urgency because what we do matters. Every day our teams are helping turn breakthrough science into biologic medicines for patients around the worldand behind every batch every decision and every challenge we solve is a patient waiting for what we make.

This is a fast-paced high-energy environment where science technology and talented people come together to do extraordinary work. Whether youre in manufacturing quality engineering the lab or a support function you are part of the mission. Your expertise matters. Your ideas matter. Your ability to move quickly solve problems and deliver matters.

Why This Role Matters

Were looking for an experienced Lead Metrology Technician who thrives on solving complex technical problems improving equipment reliability and helping others grow their technical capability.

Reliable instrumentation is critical to safe compliant and efficient operations. As a Lead Metrology Technician your expertise will directly influence equipment performance manufacturing continuity regulatory compliance and the technical capability of the broader team.

In this role youll serve as a Lead technical expert for instrumentation calibration measurement systems and equipment reliability supporting GMP manufacturing laboratory utility and facility operations. Youll tackle some of our most challenging calibration and troubleshooting work lead the technical response to equipment failures and investigations and help shape how we approach calibration and reliability for the long term.

This is an ideal opportunity for an accomplished technician who enjoys being hands-on while also influencing technical standards mentoring others and partnering across Engineering Manufacturing Facilities Automation and Quality.

What Youll Do

• Lead complex calibration troubleshooting adjustment and repair activities.

• Diagnose electrical pneumatic instrumentation process-control and equipment-interface issues.

• Troubleshoot pressure temperature flow analytical instrumentation gas detection control valves transmitters and instrument communications.

• Interpret P&IDs schematics loop drawings wiring diagrams and technical documentation.

• Partner with Engineering Manufacturing Facilities Automation and Quality to resolve issues.

• Identify calibration risks equipment trends and opportunities to improve procedures.

• Mentor Metrology Technician I and II employees on procedures repairs and coordinating monthly work.

• Evaluate instrumentation lifecycle replacement obsolescence and standardization needs.

What Youll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; related Associate degree preferred.

• 5 years of experience in instrumentation metrology calibration controls or equivalent military PMEL experience.

• GMP-regulated manufacturing experience preferred.

• Advanced troubleshooting knowledge across electrical pneumatic mechanical and process instrumentation systems.

• Ability to read P&IDs schematics loop drawings and technical documentation.

• Experience mentoring or training technical employees.

• SAP CMMS or comparable system experience preferred.

• Strong communication documentation and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Well-developed organizational skills and ability to manage priorities independently.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role with no direct people-management responsibility.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health wellbeing financial security and life outside of work. Benefits include medical dental and vision coverage retirement and savings programs paid time off wellbeing resources business resource groups career development opportunities and additional programs to support you and your family.

Compensation will be determined based on factors including experience skills education internal equity geographic location and other job-related considerations.

Because when youre helping us deliver for patients we want to help you thriveat work and beyond.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Join Thermo Fisher Scientific and be part of our ambitious team that strives for excellence in everything we do. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We value the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals and actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

To apply please visit our career website at .

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Move fast. Think big. Make an impact that can change lives.

At Thermo Fisher Scientifics St. Louis site we move with urgency because what we do matters. Every day our teams are helping turn breakthrough science into biologic medicines for patients around the worldand behind every batch every decision and every challenge we solve is a patient waiting for what we make.

This is a fast-paced high-energy environment where science technology and talented people come together to do extraordinary work. Whether youre in manufacturing quality engineering the lab or a support function you are part of the mission. Your expertise matters. Your ideas matter. Your ability to move quickly solve problems and deliver matters.

Why This Role Matters

Were looking for an experienced Lead Metrology Technician who thrives on solving complex technical problems improving equipment reliability and helping others grow their technical capability.

Reliable instrumentation is critical to safe compliant and efficient operations. As a Lead Metrology Technician your expertise will directly influence equipment performance manufacturing continuity regulatory compliance and the technical capability of the broader team.

In this role youll serve as a Lead technical expert for instrumentation calibration measurement systems and equipment reliability supporting GMP manufacturing laboratory utility and facility operations. Youll tackle some of our most challenging calibration and troubleshooting work lead the technical response to equipment failures and investigations and help shape how we approach calibration and reliability for the long term.

This is an ideal opportunity for an accomplished technician who enjoys being hands-on while also influencing technical standards mentoring others and partnering across Engineering Manufacturing Facilities Automation and Quality.

What Youll Do

• Lead complex calibration troubleshooting adjustment and repair activities.
• Diagnose electrical pneumatic hydraulic instrumentation process-control and equipment-interface issues.
• Troubleshoot pressure temperature flow level analytical instrumentation gas detection control valves transmitters and instrument communications.
• Interpret P&IDs schematics loop drawings wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
• Provide technical leadership during equipment failures Root Cause Analysis and investigations.
• Partner with Engineering Manufacturing Facilities Automation and Quality to resolve recurring issues.
• Identify calibration risks equipment trends and opportunities to improve procedures reliability and maintenance strategies.
• Support deviations CAPAs change controls qualifications and inspections.
• Mentor Metrology Technician II and III employees and share advanced troubleshooting practices.
• Evaluate instrumentation lifecycle replacement obsolescence and standardization needs.

What Youll Bring

• High school diploma or GED required; related Associate degree preferred.
• 5 years of experience in instrumentation metrology calibration controls or equivalent military PMEL experience.
• GMP-regulated manufacturing experience preferred.
• Advanced troubleshooting knowledge across electrical pneumatic hydraulic mechanical and process instrumentation systems.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis equipment investigations or reliability improvement.
• Ability to read P&IDs schematics loop drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience mentoring or training technical employees.
• SAP CMMS or comparable system experience preferred.
• Strong communication documentation and cross-functional collaboration skills.

This is a hands-on technical leadership role with no direct people-management responsibility.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health wellbeing financial security and life outside of work. Benefits include medical dental and vision coverage retirement and savings programs paid time off wellbeing resources business resource groups career development opportunities and additional programs to support you and your family.

Compensation will be determined based on factors including experience skills education internal equity geographic location and other job-related considerations.

Because when youre helping us deliver for patients we want to help you thriveat work and beyond.

Other

Relocation assistance is not provided.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship.

Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check which includes a drug screening.