Instrumentation & Electrical Technician – Industrial Manufacturing (3rd Shift) - $5,000 Sign-On Bonus

About the role

Thermo Fisher Scientific is seeking a skilled E&I Maintenance Technician to support 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.

Schedule

• Shift: Sunday 10:30 PM – Friday 7:00 AM (Second Shift / Afternoons)
• Shift differential: +15%

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 temperatures (hot/cold)
• Loud noises (equipment/machinery)
• Rapid flashing lights
• PPE required: safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs, etc.
• Various outside weather conditions
• Warehouse environment
• Work with hazardous/toxic materials
• Working at heights

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
• Diagnose 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

Requirements

• 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

Skills

• 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 qualifications

• 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

Pay

• Hourly pay range: $27.11 – $40.67/hr
• New York–based range: $25.58 – $38.36/hr
• Shift differential: +15% for second shift
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Annual merit performance-based increase

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective Day 1
• Paid Time Off & designated paid holidays (at least 120 hours PTO, 10 paid holidays annually)
• Paid parental leave (3 weeks bonding, 8 weeks caregiver leave)
• 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan with company match
• Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) at a discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits
• Accident and life insurance, short- and long-term disability
• Health incentive programs