Instrumentation & Electrical Technician – Industrial Manufacturing (2nd Shift) $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Work Schedule

Second Shift (Afternoons)

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, Fluctuating Temps hot/cold, Loud Noises (Equipment/Machinery), Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Warehouse, Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Working at heights

Job Description

• Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM | Monday–Friday
• Shift Differential: +10%
• Pay Range: $25.58 – $38.37/hour

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a skilled E&I Maintenance Technician to support our manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and performing preventative maintenance on industrial production equipment, including molding systems, auxiliary equipment, electrical systems, and facility HVAC.

This position is ideal for a mechanically inclined technician with strong electrical and diagnostic experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Core Responsibilities

Perform preventative and predictive maintenance on injection molding machines and associated auxiliary equipment

Troubleshoot and repair industrial electrical systems, including motors, controls, sensors, relays, and AC/DC drives

Diagnosing mechanical failures involving hydraulics, pneumatics, gearboxes, pumps, and drive systems

Support troubleshooting of PLC-controlled equipment (basic fault tracing and component replacement)

Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, ladder logic, and technical manuals

Maintain and repair HVAC and facility support systems as needed

Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent repeat failures

Document maintenance activities and work orders in SAP

Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to improve equipment uptime and reliability

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on OEE, reliability, and process stability

Follow OSHA and company safety standards including LOTO procedures

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

3+ years' experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment

Minimum 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience working as a mechanic or Technician

Technical Skills & Experience

Required

Electrical diagnostics (120V–480V systems)

Hydraulics and pneumatics troubleshooting

Mechanical systems repair (bearings, belts, couplings, alignment)

Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics

Strong documentation and communication skills

2+ years experience working on molding machines

Preferred

Motor controls and VFD troubleshooting

Working knowledge of AC/DC drives

Experience with industrial automation systems

CMMS/SAP experience

Physical Requirements

Frequently lift up to 50 lbs.; occasionally assisted lifting above 50 lbs.

Extended standing and walking

Occasional kneeling, crouching, and crawling

Ability to work safely around energized systems and moving machinery

What We Offer

Compensation

Competitive Hourly Pay Rate

Additional shift differential if applicable

Annual performance-based bonus

Annual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits

Benefits & Total Rewards | Thermo Fisher Scientific

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits-effective Day 1

Paid Time Off & Designated Paid Holidays

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly pay range estimated for this position based in New York is $25.58–$38.36.

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