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Lead Test Technician - 1st Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/6/2026
Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

1st Shift: Monday to Friday 7:00AM flexible start time

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Location/Division Specific Information:

Madison, Wisconsin

Chemical Analysis Division

How Will You Make an Impact?:

The Lead Test Technician position will be responsible for the alignment and testing of various complex scientific instruments to support the production goals of a work cell. You will be part of an engaging team and collaborate with your colleagues to solve problems and drive continuous improvement!

Responsibilities

  • Complete alignment and testing of assemblies and instruments to ensure they meet all quality standards while frequently exceeding productivity goals.
  • Follow work instructions for mechanical, electrical, and optical assemblies, material handling, and inventory verification.
  • Possesses the ability to effectively work across multiple products and production cells. Brings valuable knowledge to help NPI launches.
  • Communicates effectively with team members, other support functions, and leadership. Contributes and influences others toward a positive team culture.

Required Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Minimum of 4 years of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, or production setting.

Preferred Experience

  • Associates or bachelor's degree in related field.
  • Progressive experience with test result analysis in manufacturing and troubleshooting quality issues.
  • Demonstrated prior success as a trainer and peer leader.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

May require exerting up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds of force frequently and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

What We Offer:

Compensation

Competitive Pay

Performance Related Bonus where eligible

Annual merit performance-based increase

Excellent Benefits

Medical benefits

Paid Time Off/Annual Leave

Employee Referral Bonus

Career Advancement Opportunities

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