Work Schedule
Rotational days/weekends
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, Cold Room/Freezers -22degreesF/-6degrees C, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Laboratory Setting, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Office, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights
Job Description
Thermo Fisher Scientific recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its microbiology business to Astorg, a leading pan-European private equity firm with deep expertise in healthcare, focused on a select set of subsectors, including pharmaceutical services and technology, medtech and related services, life science tools and diagnostics.
This decision follows a thoughtful evaluation as part of Thermo Fisher’s ongoing business strategy to actively manage and strengthen our portfolio.
We expect the transaction will be completed in the second half of 2026, subject to customary closing conditions and applicable regulatory approvals. Until the transaction is complete, Thermo Fisher will continue to operate the business.
If you join the microbiology business prior to the close of the transaction, your employment is expected to transition to Astorg.
For more information, please review:
Thermo Fisher’s press release
Astorg press release
DESCRIPTION:
Join our Manufacturing Engineering team, where you'll contribute to world-class manufacturing operations. As a Manufacturing Engineering Technician I, you'll work with sophisticated equipment and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal production performance. You'll resolve technical issues, perform calibrations, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that help us deliver essential products to our customers worldwide. This position offers excellent opportunities for growth and development while working with advanced technology in a quality-focused environment.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Preferred Fields of Study: Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field
- Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting abilities for equipment repair and maintenance
- Proficiency in performing instrument calibrations and adjustments while maintaining validated specifications
- Experience with CAD software and ability to interpret engineering drawings
- Demonstrated problem-solving skills and ability to analyse technical issues
- Strong attention to detail and organizational capabilities
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently
- Interest in learning and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives
- Commitment to safety protocols and quality standards
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with various stakeholders
- Professional demeanour
- Ability to perform additional duties as assigned by management
Responsibilities:
Provide support for purposes of repairs and maintenance across site.
Undertake routine preventative maintenance requirements for manufacturing, facility and labs to improve plant uptime and equipment reliability.
Development of preventative maintenance activities in conjunction with plant improvements and improved ways of working.
Supporting where required specialised contractors carrying out routine and reactive maintenance tasks.
Solving faults and failures in processing equipment including identification of corrective actions linked to unplanned engineering breakdowns impacting safety, service and product quality.
Repair of faulty manufacturing, facilities and lab machinery and equipment throughout the site as required.
Alignment to site spare parts and materials control, ensuring issuance is accurate.
Full participation in safety reporting and site / department led safety initiatives and training.
Understanding instrumentation calibration and adjustment across the facility, whilst maintaining validated specifications and limits.
Support keeping the CMMS and other data sources accurate and current.
Ensuring that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance.
Ensure the workplace is kept clean and tidy in line with 5Sprinciples, improving efficiency.
Provide cover for all aspects of site support as defined within local procedures.
Work on projects as defined by engineering management.
Align with GMP requirements and company rules, policies and procedures.
Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:
Post-secondary education and/or a technical trade certificate/apprenticeship/traineeship.
Hands on technical experience working in an engineering environment.
Conversant with relevant standards and methods employed with calibration activities.
Understanding of Quality Systems.
