Maintenance Supervisor

ThermoFisher Scientific; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

National medical plan

Vision plan

PTO 120 hours

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in New York is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Supervisor to lead a team, manage preventive and corrective maintenance, and ensure regulatory compliance in a GMP manufacturing setting.

You will collaborate with Production, Engineering and Quality to maximize equipment uptime, improve efficiency, and uphold high manufacturing standards with a safety-first mindset.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree with 3 years of maintenance experience or bachelor's with 5+ years in industrial maintenance.
• Supervisory experience and GMP environment exposure preferred.
• Experience with preventive/corrective maintenance programs and CMMS/SAP.
• Ability to read technical drawings and maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead a maintenance technician team to sustain critical manufacturing equipment.
• Drive preventive and corrective maintenance and uphold regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with Production, Engineering and Quality to optimize uptime.
• Promote safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication

Reading schematics

Project management

Safety compliance

Regulatory awareness

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Education

Advanced Degree in Mechanical/Electrical or related Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical or related Engineering

Tools

SAP CMMS

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

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, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

DESCRIPTION

As a Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Supervisor at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will coordinate a skilled team of maintenance technicians in ensuring optimal performance of critical manufacturing equipment. You will promote excellence in preventive and corrective maintenance while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory requirements. Working closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams, you'll contribute to maximizing equipment uptime, improving operational efficiency, and maintaining high manufacturing standards. Your leadership will be essential in fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and technical excellence as we fulfill our mission of enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.

REQUIREMENTS

• Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in industrial maintenance, with 2+ years in a supervisory role
• Preferred Fields of Study: Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering
• Professional certifications in maintenance, electrical systems, or HVAC beneficial
• Experience in GMP manufacturing environment, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation systems
• Expertise in preventive maintenance programs and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS - SAP)
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and maintenance manuals
• Proficiency in safety protocols including LOTO, confined space entry, and arc flash prevention
• Experience with TPM, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Effective leadership skills with ability to coach, develop, and support team members
• Proficiency in project management and scheduling maintenance activities
• Demonstrated experience in regulatory compliance and documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as required
• Experience managing contractors and vendors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and maintenance management software (SAP)

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in New York is $82,600.00–$110,200.00.

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 is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.