Manufacturing Engineer - Basingstoke

Job summary

This job is with Thermo Fisher Scientific, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community.

When you're part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, you'll do challenging work, and be part of a team that values performance, quality and innovation.

With revenues of $20 billion and the largest investment in R&D in the industry, we give our people the resources and opportunities to make significant contributions to the world.

With our ambitious goals and proven track record, you will have the chance to create significant contributions to the industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage both planned and unplanned maintenance activities, strictly applying operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
• Serve as the Authority (SME) for the manufacturing area, making independent judgments and decisions.
• During reactive maintenance incidents, apply fault-finding techniques and problem-solving skills to identify root causes and successfully implement corrective actions.
• Document all maintenance activities meticulously, highlighting any errors and suggesting improvements, while taking ownership of necessary documentation processes.
• Efficiently apply resources to acquire services and components, ensuring accurate documentation and approvals.
• Collaborate closely with internal customers to align improvements with business priorities.
• Work effectively with third parties to manage equipment and system obsolescence.
• Monitor and adjust critical spares inventory as needed.
• Justify and implement equipment upgrades.
• Write clear, detailed maintenance instructions.
• Drive efficiency improvements within the maintenance team, reducing waste and non-value-adding activities.
• Ensure accurate completion of all activities within your manufacturing area, adhering to agreed targets and timelines.
• Maintain a clean and tidy workplace in line with 5S principles.
• Mentor and upskill engineering and non-engineering staff.
• Provide comprehensive site support as required.
• Participate in projects defined by engineering management.
• Align with GMP requirements and company policies.

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