Work Schedule
Second Shift (Afternoons)
Environmental Conditions
Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights
Job Description
Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM | Monday-Friday
Shift Differential: +10%
Pay Range: $25.58 - $38.37/hour
Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a skilled Maintenance Mechanic to support our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on industrial production equipment, including molding systems, auxiliary equipment, electrical systems, and facility HVAC.
This position is ideal for a mechanically inclined technician with strong electrical and diagnostic experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Core Responsibilities
Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on injection molding machines and associated auxiliary equipment
Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, controls, sensors, relays, and AC/DC drives
Diagnosing mechanical failures involving hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, pumps, and drive systems
Support troubleshooting of PLC-controlled equipment (basic fault tracing and component replacement)
Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical manuals
Maintain and repair HVAC and facility support systems as needed
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures
Document maintenance activities and work orders in SAP
Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to improve equipment uptime and reliability
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, reliability, and process stability
Follow OSHA and company safety standards including LOTO procedures
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED
3+ years' experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
Minimum 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience working as a mechanic or Technician
Technical Skills & Experience
Required
Electrical diagnostics (120V-480V systems)
Hydraulics and pneumatics troubleshooting
Mechanical systems repair (bearings, belts, couplings, alignment)
Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics
Strong documentation and communication skills
2+ years experience working on molding machines
Preferred
Motor controls and VFD troubleshooting
Working knowledge of AC/DC drives
Experience with industrial automation systems
CMMS/SAP experience
Physical Requirements
Frequently lift up to 50 lbs.; occasionally assisted lifting above 50 lbs.
Extended standing and walking
Occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling
Ability to work safely around energized systems and moving machinery
What We Offer
Compensation
Competitive Hourly Pay Rate
Additional shift differential if applicable
Annual performance-based bonus
Annual merit performance-based increase
Excellent Benefits
Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific
Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1
Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays
401K
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonus
Career Advancement Opportunities
Compensation and Benefits
The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $25.58-$38.36.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With revenues of nearly $11 billion, we have approximately 37,000 employees and serve customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as in environmental and process control industries. We create value for our key stakeholders through two premier brands, Thermo Scientific and Fisher Scientific, which offer a unique combination of continuous technology development and the most convenient purchasing options. Our products and services help accelerate the pace of scientific discovery, and solve analytical challenges ranging from complex research to routine testing to field applications.
All of our employees share a common set of values - Integrity, Intensity, Innovation and Involvement. Our ability to grow year after year is driven by our ability to attract, develop and retain world-class people who will thrive in our environment and share in our desire to improve mankind by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
If you share in our values and if you're looking for an employer who is strongly committed to developing talent and rewarding achievement, come grow with us at Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.