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Manufacturing Technician II - 1st Shift

Thermo Fisher Scientific
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/5/2026

Work Schedule

First Shift (Days)

Environmental Conditions

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

Job Description

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.

How Will You Make an Impact?:
The Manufacturing Technician position will be responsible for the building 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:

  • Build, test, and calibrate all levels of assemblies and install in the final build of instruments that meet quality standards. 

  • Follow work instructions for mechanical, electrical, and optical assemblies, material handling, and inventory verification. 

  • Communicate effectively with team members and contribute to a positive team culture. 


Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:
Required: Minimum of 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, lab setting or related field

Preferred: Experience with mechanical assembly, various hand tools, and soldering. 


Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Occasional lifting of 40 pounds, frequent lifting of 25 pounds, and constant lifting of 10 pounds may be necessary. 

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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