Manufacturing Technician

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Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter.

By harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in clinical diagnostics, Beckman Coulter Diagnostics has challenged convention to elevate the diagnostic laboratory’s role in improving patient health for more than 90 years. Our diagnostic solutions are used in routine and complex clinical testing, hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices worldwide. Every hour, more than one million tests are run on Beckman Coulter Diagnostics systems, impacting 1.2 billion patients and more than three million clinicians per year.

We enable clinicians to deliver the best possible care through rapid, reliable sample analysis, rigorous decision‑making, and accelerated intelligence.

The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for setting up and operating manufacturing machines and related equipment in a production/processing operation. The role involves monitoring meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls to ensure adherence to production/process specifications. Responsibilities include following engineering drawings, work order information, manufacturing procedures, SOPs, and other specifications; performing manufacturing process and equipment set‑up, calibration, testing, and inspections.

This position reports to the site Supervisor Manufacturing Process Engineer and is part of the manufacturing/production team located in Nicholasville, Kentucky and is an on‑site role.

• Precision Assembly & Finishing:
  Mount sensitive optical and jewel materials using waxes and epoxies; fine‑grind and polish components to micron‑level tolerances while maintaining flat tools for optimal results.
• Inspection & Quality Control:
  Perform in‑process dimensional checks and visual inspections under a microscope to ensure critical dimensions and defect‑free components meet specifications.
• Process & Workplace Excellence:
  Maintain a clean, organized work area and tools in good condition; recommend and implement process improvements in collaboration with Engineering.

• Education & Experience:
  
  High school diploma or GED with 2+ years of experience OR associate degree and 1+ years of work experience; solid understanding of shop math and ability to read machine drawings, blueprints, and work instructions.
• Technical & Manual
  
  Skills:
  
  Functional knowledge of dimensioning and tolerancing; strong hand dexterity for handling sensitive components; proficiency in MS Office and basic Windows navigation.
• Attention to Detail & Communication:
  Ability to maintain accurate records, follow and communicate verbal/written instructions effectively, and collaborate with associates and supervisors; understands when to request guidance and able to use an optical microscope for cleaning and inspection.

• Frequent lifting up to 20 pounds; occasional lifting up to 35 pounds. Lifting frequency: daily. Must stand for long time periods.
• Frequently twist and bend.
• Pass visual acuity exam.
• Work with solvents, oils, and other chemicals.

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs, including health care, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is also eligible for bonus/incentive pay.

Note:

No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a…