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Instrumentation-Sr. Mfg Maintenance Technician (12hr days, 2-3-2 rotation)

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Greenville, NC, USA
Posted on Sep 16, 2025

Work Schedule

Rotational days/weekends

Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Working at heights

Job Description

Instrumentation – Sr. Mfg Maintenance Technician (Day Shift 2-3-2, 6am-6pm)

Working at Thermo Fisher Scientific means helping customers find cancer cures, protect the environment, and ensure food safety, with support for your career goals and real-world impact.

Location/Division Specific Information

Greenville, NC

How will you make an impact?

Perform instrumentation work at a technical level by troubleshooting, recommending preventive actions, and assisting in the support of the overall PM/calibration program. To troubleshoot instruments to the root cause, you must move beyond simply identifying symptoms and apply a structured, evidence-based approach. This involves combining a methodical troubleshooting process with formal root cause analysis (RCA) techniques

  • Document conditions, actions, procedures, and results of work, tests, or inspections performed as needed by company policies and procedures.
  • Maintain and upgrade technical and non-technical skills by participating in company and outside training programs.
  • Maintain work area and equipment in a clean, safe, and orderly manner.
  • Work as a great teammate with other colleagues during daily work activities and troubleshooting.
  • 24/7 On Call when needed.
  • Work Overtime wheen needed.

Education:

  • Associate’s degree in Electronics/Electrical, Instrumentation Technology, Engineering, or other applicable technical degrees is preferred, although equivalent experience will be considered.
  • Minimum requirement is a High school diploma or equivalent experience.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 years of instrumentation experience is required with High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Associate's degree is acceptable with less than 2 years of instrumentation or electrical/electronic experience.
  • Pharmaceutical experience is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

  • Ability to troubleshoot problematic equipment and various electrical component systems with and without a schematic.
  • Proficiency in the use of highly technical diagnostic and test equipment.
  • Knowledge of electronic component recognition and operation.
  • Skilled in problem analysis, planning, and organization.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, manuals, and training materials.
  • Ability to schedule and assign work to the team.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to guide other colleagues CGMP calibration and troubleshooting techniques.

Physical Requirements:

  • Capability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch intermittently for extended durations.
  • Manipulation of light to medium weights of 25-50 pounds, occasionally pushing and pulling 50-100+ pounds.
  • Ability to climb ladders and access heights.