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Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.\nPay Range:\n$28.80 - $39.60The Simple Plex & Simple Western platforms are respectively an automated microfluidics-based ELISA immunoassay solution & an automated capillary-based Western Blot solution within Bio-Techne (NASDAQ: TECH). We are rethinking protein tools and helping thousands of researchers around the world resolve their protein analysis problems so they can reveal new insight into proteins and their role in disease.\nPosition Summary:\nJoin our cutting-edge team as a Engineering & Equipment Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in the production of consumable micro-fluidic cartridges & capillary-based Western Blot cartridges in a clean room environment. This position requires a dynamic individual who can provide engineering support to maintain and enhance our semi-automatic manufacturing processes. You'll work closely with both the production and engineering teams to ensure the smooth operation of automated and semi-automated equipment, including pick and place systems, liquid dispensing equipment, fluidics bonding processes, and inspection stations.\nKey Responsibilities:\nMaintain continuous operation of production equipment within a cleanroom setting by troubleshooting issues, performing repairs or parts replacements, and making necessary adjustments.\n\nConduct preventive maintenance on various production equipment and assembly stations to prevent downtime.\n\nAssist in the creation or updating of preventative maintenance procedures.\n\nFoster open and effective communication with operators and engineering staff regarding equipment functionality and maintenance needs.\n\nCollaborate actively with the engineering team to troubleshoot equipment/process issues and integrate solutions.\n\nParticipate in validation of equipment modifications and testing in the production environment.\n\nTrain new or existing personnel in set-up, operation and troubleshooting equipment.\n\nBe prepared to gather and show records of maintenance events during audits.\n\nAssist with maintenance of the building and facility equipment as necessary.\n\nWillingness to accept changes in work from day-to-day within reasonable and expected boundaries.\n\nThe position may require occasional extended hours and occasional weekend coverage.\n\nRequired Skills:\nProven mechanical skills with a strong emphasis on hands-on experience.\n\nExcellent problem-solving abilities combined with strong organizational and communication skills.\n\nExperience troubleshooting and repairing modern electrical and mechanical systems.\n\nSolid foundation in general math and science principles.\n\nKnowledge of GMP and ISO regulations are preferred.\n\nStrong attention to detail with good interpersonal and organizational skills.\n\nExperience with automation and assembly technologies such as pneumatics, vacuum systems, motors, actuators, and fixtures.\n\nMust be capable of working effectively in a team environment with co-workers.\n\nDesired Skills:\nFamiliarity with LabVIEW, Beckhoff and PLC control systems is advantageous.\n\nUnderstanding manufacturing processes, including machining, molding, and material properties.\n\nEducation and Experience:\nAssociate degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Electro-Mechanical disciplines preferred\n\nAt least 3 years of experience in a Maintenance Technician role, in addition to a technical high school diploma.\n\nPhysical Demands:\nThis role requires working in normal production environments, including Bio-Labs and Clean Rooms.\n\nAbility to lift and manage packages weighing up to 35 lbs.\n\nWhy Join Bio-Techne:\nWe offer competitive insurance benefits starting on day one: medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability, long-term disability, pet, and legal and ID shield.\n\nWe invest in our employees’ financial futures through 401k plans, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.\n\nWe empower our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, tuition reimbursement, internship programs, and more.\n\nWe offer employee resource groups, volunteer paid time off, employee events, and charity drives to build a culture of caring and belonging.\n\nWe offer an accrued leave policy with paid holidays, paid time off, and paid parental leave.\n\nWe foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.\n\nBio-Techne is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.\nAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.\nTo protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. 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