General Maintenance Mechanic

Work Schedule First Shift (Days) Environmental Conditions Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc... allowed, Laboratory Setting, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials Job Description As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll perform meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Our colleagues bring our Mission to life every day by helping our customers make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We're seeking a General Maintenance Mechanic to support the safe, reliable operation of manufacturing equipment within our GMP manufacturing environment. In this hands-on role, you'll perform preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoot equipment issues, and complete repairs to help maintain equipment reliability and minimize production downtime. You'll work closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and other cross-functional teams to support production equipment while maintaining GMP, safety, and documentation requirements. This role provides an opportunity to apply and expand your technical skills while directly contributing to safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations.

Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manufacturing and production equipment. Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and equipment-related issues to identify root causes and restore equipment operation. Repair, adjust, replace, and install mechanical components and equipment as required. Respond to equipment breakdowns and production maintenance requests in a timely manner to minimize manufacturing downtime. Perform routine equipment inspections and identify potential issues before they result in equipment failure. Support equipment setup, adjustments, changeovers, and other production-related maintenance activities. Assist with the installation, startup, and qualification of new or modified manufacturing equipment as required. Perform basic troubleshooting of motors, pumps, drives, sensors, valves, actuators, conveyors, and other production equipment. Use appropriate hand tools, power tools, meters, and diagnostic equipment to safely complete assigned maintenance activities. Complete work orders, preventive maintenance records, equipment logs, and other required documentation accurately and in accordance with GMP requirements. Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), equipment procedures, safety requirements, and established maintenance practices. Read and interpret equipment manuals, technical drawings, schematics, specifications, and maintenance procedures. Identify recurring equipment problems and communicate findings to Manufacturing, Engineering, and Maintenance leadership. Support continuous improvement activities focused on equipment reliability, performance, safety, and reduction of production downtime. Maintain tools, parts, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition. Follow applicable cleanroom, gowning, contamination-control, and GMP requirements when performing work in controlled manufacturing areas. Participate in required technical, safety, and GMP training.

High school diploma or equivalent required. 1–3 years of experience in manufacturing maintenance, industrial maintenance, mechanical maintenance, production equipment maintenance, skilled trades, or a related technical environment required. Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment. Working knowledge of mechanical systems and components such as motors, pumps, bearings, gearboxes, belts, chains, valves, pneumatic systems, and related equipment. Basic understanding of electrical systems, controls, sensors, and troubleshooting practices applicable to