Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician - First Shift

Thermo Fisher; Mebane (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid Time Off/Annual Leave

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Thermo Fisher in Mebane, NC is seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician to perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on injection molding machines, automation equipment, and plant utilities in a GMP environment. You will execute PM schedules, inspect, lubricate, calibrate, and replace components, troubleshoot mechanical/electrical/pneumatic/hydraulic systems, and ensure GDP-compliant documentation.

Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance or related technical field.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: Associate degree in Maintenance or Mechatronics.
• Experience with injection molding machines (IMM) and industrial automation.

Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) procedures on injection molding machines (IMM), automation equipment and robotic systems, assembly equipment, and plant utility systems (chillers, dryers, compressors, cooling towers, HVAC, pumping systems).
• Perform inspections, lubrication, calibration, adjustments, and component replacements per PM schedules.
• Identify early signs of wear, failure, or misalignment and escalate findings appropriately.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and GDP-compliant completion of maintenance documentation and work orders.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic robotic systems.
• Disassemble and repair mechanical components such as screws, barrels, cylinders, valves, pumps, and gearboxes.
• Reassemble equipment and install new or replacement components according to manufacturer specifications.
• Support machinery moves, installations, and equipment setup activities as needed.
• Operate drill presses, grinders, welders, mills, lathes, and other metalworking tools to fabricate or repair parts.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment including multimeters, megohmmeters, and ammeters.
• Follow all Safety and Environmental rules and procedures and maintain 5S standards.
• Identify and report hazards or unsafe conditions and participate in required training.
• Support PPI and Kaizen initiatives and assist in root cause investigations as needed.
• Provide support across operational areas as required and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

Education

Associate degree in Maintenance / Mechatronics

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PLCs

Automation systems

Industrial automation equipment

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

Job Description

Shift: First Shift 7am-4pm (Monday-Friday)

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.

Location/Division Specific Information

As part of the Life Products Division, the Mebane, NC site focuses on producing a domestic supply of critically needed laboratory pipette tips used in disease research and high-volume diagnostic testing.

How Will You Make an Impact?

The Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician is responsible for executing preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of manufacturing, automation, and facility equipment. This role places strong emphasis on performing scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) procedures on injection molding machines, automation systems, and plant utilities to improve equipment reliability, ensure compliance, and minimize downtime.

Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) procedures on injection molding machines (IMM), automation equipment and robotic systems, assembly equipment, and plant utility systems (chillers, dryers, compressors, cooling towers, HVAC, pumping systems).
• Perform inspections, lubrication, calibration, adjustments, and component replacements per PM schedules.
• Identify early signs of wear, failure, or misalignment and escalat**e** findings appropriately.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and GDP-compliant completion of maintenance documentation and work orders.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and basic robotic systems.
• Disassemble and repair mechanical components such as screws, barrels, cylinders, valves, pumps, and gearboxes.
• Reassemble equipment and install new or replacement components according to manufacturer specifications.
• Support machinery moves, installations, and equipment setup activities as needed.
• Operate drill presses, grinders, welders, mills, lathes, and other metalworking tools to fabricate or repair parts.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment including multimeters, megohmmeters, and ammeters.
• Follow all Safety and Environmental rules and procedures and maintain 5S standards.
• Identify and report hazards or unsafe conditions and participate in required training.
• Support PPI and Kaizen initiatives and assist in root cause investigations as needed.
• Provide support across operational areas as required and perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, operations, production, or related technical field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in Maintenance, Electrical Technology, Mechatronics, or related technical field.
• Experience maintaining injection molding machines (IMM).
• Experience maintaining industrial automation or robotic systems.
• Experience with PLCs, controls, vision systems
• Experience in plastics manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in a regulated industry with adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
• Technical training or industry certifications in industrial maintenance or related discipline.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Working knowledge of automation and robotic systems.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and CMMS systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and basic electrical schematics.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.
• Commitment to safety and ethical standards.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Frequently lift up to 50 lbs; occasionally lift more than 50 lbs with assistance.
• Frequently stand or walk for extended periods.
• Occasionally kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Must be available to work overtime, including weekends, as necessary to support operations.

What We Offer

Compensation

• Competitive Pay
• Performance Related Bonus where eligible
• Annual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Paid Time Off/Annual Leave
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Career Advancement Opportunities