Sr. MFG Equipment Maintenance Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific · Lebanon, TN

Level: Technician
Team: Reliability
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 2+ years
Industry: Pharma & life sciences
Posted: 4 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

A technician-level reliability role at Thermo Fisher Scientific (pharma & life sciences) in Lebanon, TN. 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.

They ask for: 2+ years · degree required
Tools it names: Lean, 5S, Root cause, PLC

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.

Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1786 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 49 other live reliability postings in Tennessee.

Experience asked: Less than usual (2+ vs 4+)

Skills these teams ask for most

Team leadership 54%
✓ PLC 52%
EHS / safety 30%
Welding 28%
✓ Root cause 24%
Tooling 22%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

Stands out: this posting asks for Lean, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone doing this work there first.

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This plant: Thermo Fisher Scientific in Lebanon

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Manufacturing Technician I - Nights · Manufacturing · Technician
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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.

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

Qualifications

✓High school diploma or equivalent required
✓2+ years of industrial maintenance experience in manufacturing, packaging, biotech, food & beverage, or similar environments.

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)

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

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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

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

Why Join Us? (Temporary Employee Benefits)

•We offer competitive remuneration, healthcare benefits, annual incentive plan eligibility, and a range of employee programs.
•Thermo Fisher Scientific provides career development opportunities in an innovative, growth-focused organization.
•Our culture stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

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