What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Support/Maintenance Supervisor position at Thermo Fisher Scientific?
Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
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), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Working at heights
Job Description
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.
DESCRIPTION:
As a Technical Support Supervisor at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll guide a team delivering excellent technical support for our scientific instruments and solutions. You'll oversee day-to-day operations while ensuring exceptional customer service and technical problem resolution. This role combines leadership, technical expertise, and customer focus to drive team performance and customer satisfaction.
Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll manage workload distribution, implement quality standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You'll mentor and develop team members while maintaining strong relationships with R&D, operations, sales, and quality teams to ensure comprehensive customer solutions. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in technical support or service in a related industry
Preferred Fields of Study: Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with systematic approach to issue resolution
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts
Fluent English proficiency (minimum B2 level)
Experience with CRM systems and technical support tools
Project management and resource planning capabilities
Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional, multicultural environments
Customer-centric mindset with focus on service excellence
Strong interpersonal skills for coaching and developing team members
Ability to analyze performance metrics and implement improvements
Willingness to travel as needed (up to 25%)
Experience with quality management systems and regulatory compliance
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and remote support applications
Standard (Mon-Fri)
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), No contact lens allowed; prescriptive glasses will be provided, Rapid flashing lights, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Various outside weather conditions, Working at heights
Job Description
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.
DESCRIPTION:
As a Technical Support Supervisor at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll guide a team delivering excellent technical support for our scientific instruments and solutions. You'll oversee day-to-day operations while ensuring exceptional customer service and technical problem resolution. This role combines leadership, technical expertise, and customer focus to drive team performance and customer satisfaction.
Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll manage workload distribution, implement quality standards, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. You'll mentor and develop team members while maintaining strong relationships with R&D, operations, sales, and quality teams to ensure comprehensive customer solutions. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer.
REQUIREMENTS:
Advanced Degree plus 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus 5 years of experience in technical support or service in a related industry
Preferred Fields of Study: Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with systematic approach to issue resolution
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to explain complex technical concepts
Fluent English proficiency (minimum B2 level)
Experience with CRM systems and technical support tools
Project management and resource planning capabilities
Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional, multicultural environments
Customer-centric mindset with focus on service excellence
Strong interpersonal skills for coaching and developing team members
Ability to analyze performance metrics and implement improvements
Willingness to travel as needed (up to 25%)
Experience with quality management systems and regulatory compliance
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and remote support applications