Lead Mfg Equipment Maintenance Technician at Thermo Fisher Scientific in Hillsboro, Oregon

Job Description:

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)



Environmental Conditions

Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, 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.), Standing for full shift



Job Description



When you're part of the team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do important work. And you'll have the opportunity for continual growth and learning in a culture that empowers your development. With revenues of more than $40 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and chances to create meaningful contributions to the world.


Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or growing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.



Location/Division Specific Information: Our Hillsboro site produces outstanding electron microscopes used by scientists and engineers to drive innovation around the globe. This role works to produce-high quality components used in the world's finest microscopes operated by scientists like Nobel prize winners and researchers who imaged the COVID-19 virus. This role is responsible for maintaining and repairing of equipment to established parameters and specifications. This position collaborates with the entire manufacturing team and reports directly to the Director of Operations.


Apply now to join a growing company with opportunities to excel in your career as well as earn incentive bonuses and career development training. Thermo Fisher offers a sign on bonus, competitive benefits like Medical, Dental, Vision, generous tuition assistance, Paid Time Off, 401K, plus employee Stock Ownership Program for all full-time employees!



What will you do?

• The Lead Manufacturing Equipment Maintenance Technician is the first line of response for production technicians when they are facing technical or performance issues with our Small Dual Beam Scanning Electron Microscopes (SEM) test tools.


• Conduct routine preventative maintenance on all test tools.


• Drive test tool uptime using Key Performance Indicators and preemptively plan/schedule tool repairs.


• Install and qualify new capital test equipment on an as needed basis.

• Employee accomplishments and career achievements are acknowledged via our APPRECIATE program


• Daily Team Meetings held to address barriers to production and to highlight employee wins


• Employees are actively involved with developing new and emerging products


• All feedback is considered valuable and is collected via our Just Do It task program


• Training is routinely provided either as On the Job or via our Thermo Fisher University online portal

• High school diploma required


• 2-year associate degree in a technical field like Electronic Engineering Technology or Microelectronics required


• 2+ years of experience operating a SDB Scanning Electron Microscopes OR a combination of education and experience that demonstrates the required skills.


• Prior experience as a Field Service Engineer repairing capital equipment


• Military Technical Training in lieu of a technical degree may also be considered.

• At least 2 years of validated experience in a job-related industry


• Experience working in the fields of Electronics and Vacuum strongly preferred


• Experience with fixing and equipment repair


• Experience in lean manufacturing, 6S and continuous improvement a plus


• Experience with Windows-based and MS Office programs a plus (Word, Excel, Outlook and Access)

• Ability to lift up to 35lbs


• Knowledge of data acquisition and taking SEM images and measurements


• Knowledge of Electronics Manufacturing, High Voltage, and Ultra High Vacuum


• Ability to read work instructions and schematic drawings


• Ability to analyze and address problems independently and collaboratively


• Ability to support projects, perform training and work efficiently as part of cohesive teams


• Self-motivated, self-starter with strong interpersonal skills


• Proven track record working in a fast paced manufacturing environment


• Comfortable operating in a cleanroom environment using appropriate PPE as needed


• Professional verbal and written communication skills, to enable collaboration with colleagues of differing cultural, language and background.