Sr. MFG Equipment Maintenance Technician

Work Schedule
First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions
Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Standing for full shift, Warehouse, Working at heights

Job Description

Shift Details

- Day Shift: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (Monday – Thursday)
- Overtime: Available based on business needs

Training

- Structured onboarding conducted on day shift , including hands-on mentorship with experienced maintenance technicians

About the Role

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll do meaningful work that makes a real-world impact—helping customers find cures for cancer, protect the environment, and ensure food safety.

We are seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician III to support our 400,000 sq. ft. facility , including 60,000 sq. ft. of cleanroom space , in Lebanon, TN.

This is a high-impact, senior-level role focused primarily on cleanroom manufacturing equipment . While occasional facility support may be required, this position is centered on production equipment reliability, advanced troubleshooting, and operational excellence . You will operate with a high degree of independence and serve as a technical leader and mentor on shift.

Reporting To: Lead Maintenance Tech-maintenance Supervisor

Position Summary

This role is responsible for performing advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration activities on critical cleanroom production equipment. The technician will lead complex problem-solving efforts, drive equipment reliability improvements, and ensure compliance with safety and cGMP standards.

Key Responsibilities

- Follow all safety, cGMP, SOPs, and standard work requirements
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on cleanroom manufacturing equipment
- Independently troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and control system issues
- Execute and support calibration and instrumentation activities
- Perform advanced root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions
- Support PLC/VFD troubleshooting (diagnostic level)
- Lead or assist with equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications
- Maintain accurate documentation in CMMS (Maximo) , including work orders and parts usage
- Ensure maintenance activities meet audit and compliance standards
- Act as a technical resource and mentor to Tech I and Tech II technicians
- Participate in Lean, 5S, and Practical Process Improvement (PPI) initiatives
- Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment

Minimum Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Associate degree, technical certification, or trade school training preferred
OR
- 5+ years of industrial maintenance experience , preferably in a manufacturing environment

Technical & Professional Expectations

- Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead complex troubleshooting efforts
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing equipment systems in cleanroom environments
- Proficiency in electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic troubleshooting
- Experience with instrumentation and calibration disciplines (temperature, pressure, flow, humidity, etc.)
- Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation
- Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly explain technical issues

Performance Expectations

- Operate with a high level of autonomy and accountability
- Support and mentor lower-level technicians
- Drive improvements in equipment uptime, reliability, and maintenance KPIs
- Maintain high standards in safety, compliance, and documentation accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience supporting cleanroom manufacturing equipment
- Advanced electrical and mechanical troubleshooting experience
- Working knowledge of calibration practices and instrumentation systems
- Familiarity with PLC/VFD diagnostics and controls systems
- Experience with HVAC, vacuum, or DI water systems (supporting knowledge)

Why Join Us? (Temporary Employee Benefits)

- 4-day work week with optional overtime opportunities
- Work with a supportive, safety-driven team of experienced maintenance professionals
- Company-issued laptop and iPhone
- Extremely clean, climate-controlled facilities
- Site-provided tools and equipment
- Complimentary coffee, tea, soda, and Bevi system access
- Comprehensive hands-on training program
- Career development through Thermo Fisher University (technical and leadership training)
- Employee engagement events , including site lunches and celebrations

Site Highlights

- Flagship site for the Single-Use Division
- Rapidly growing facility with new projects launching quarterly
- $2M breakroom expansion currently underway
- Home to state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

- Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and push/pull up to 150 lbs.
- Frequent standing, bending, climbing, reaching, and crawling
- Work performed in cleanroom and industrial environments, including exposure to: Electrical systems
- High-pressure equipment
- Chemicals
- Noise and mechanical hazards