Sr. Manufacturing Engineering & Maintenance Technician - Day Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc

Lenexa, KS

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Autoclave, Blueprints, CNC Lathe, Capital Equipment, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Continuous Improvement, Control Systems, Customer Support/Service, Disassemblers, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Electronic Engineering, Engineering Management, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), General Handyperson, Hydraulic Engineering, Identify Issues, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Machine Tool, Machining, Machining Operations, Maintenance - Electrical, Maintenance Services, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, Operational Improvement, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Machining, Production Support, Production Systems, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Pumps, Quality Metrics, Repair Orders, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Standards, Schematics, Sterilization, Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Drawing, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Welding
LOCATION
Lenexa, KS
POSTED
30 days ago

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift

Job Description

Join our collaborative team at Thermo Fisher Scientific as a Sr Manufacturing Engineering Technician, where you'll contribute to maintaining and optimizing manufacturing processes that enable scientific discoveries. You'll work with advanced equipment and technologies to ensure smooth operations while adhering to quality standards.

This role supports a highly technical manufacturing and maintenance environment with a strong emphasis on machine shop operations, fabrication, and complex equipment rebuilds. The position partners with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure reliability of milling, dispensing, and automated production systems.

A day in the life:

  • Make repairs or adjustments as instructed by a work order or verbal request by management on all production process equipment and anything supporting production.

  • Support daily manufacturing, filling, and packaging operations by making repairs to improve operations OEE.

  • Lead precision machining and fabrication of complex components using manual and CNC lathes, mills, grinders, and welding equipment to support repairs, upgrades, and custom solutions.

  • Perform full teardown, rebuild, alignment, and commissioning of mill systems, dispensing equipment, and other critical production machinery

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues with autoclaves, including diagnosing mechanical, control, and process-related failures to ensure proper sterilization performance and compliance

  • Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control system issues, providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior technicians.

  • Complete preventative maintenance and general repair work orders as scheduled.

  • Communicate daily with Maintenance Team Lead regarding shift-to-shift transfer information. Connect with supervisor/engineering regarding equipment condition and provide recommendations for enhanced reliability plans.

  • Collaborate with engineering department to develop capital equipment needs and support new equipment installations.

  • Arrive to work on time and work during scheduled hours, with additional overtime as needed.

  • Report any actual or potential safety hazards to management.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, maintenance, or related technical role.

Machining and fabrication skills, including operation of manual and CNC lathes.

Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering Technology, Electronics, Machining or related technical field

Technical/Trade school certification in relevant discipline is acceptable.

Additional specialized certifications in areas like electrical systems, or equipment-specific training are advantageous.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Deep knowledge of tooling, materials, fits, tolerances, and precision measurement techniques

  • Strong mechanical skills including the ability to perform mechanical disassembly, repairs, and reassembly of complicated equipment.

  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting complex technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and maintenance documentation

  • Strong experience rebuilding and maintaining mill systems, dispensing equipment, pumps, gearboxes, and related production machinery.

  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automated systems.

  • Experience with preventive and predictive maintenance strategies and CMMS systems

  • Knowledge of quality systems and regulatory requirements (ISO, GMP/GEP)

  • Knowledge of industrial control wiring systems.

  • Strong customer service skills and ability to communicate effectively with equipment operators.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a focus on root cause analysis and continuous improvement

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

Experience with PLCs, control systems, and automated equipment preferred.

Professional certifications in relevant technical areas preferred.

Other Job Requirements:

Candidates must be able to stand for up to 6 hours at a time and perform physical tasks like squatting, bending, and climbing ladders. The workday can last up to 12 hours.

Lift up to 50 pounds.

Maneuver up and down ladders.

Clean room gowning will often be required.

Ensure the safety of employees and follow all health and safety policies/guidelines.

About the Company

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Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc

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.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
All
WEBSITE
https://corporate.thermofisher.com/en/home.html