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. And 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, and are used in hospitals, reference and research laboratories, and physician offices around the world. Every hour around the world, 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. From uncovering the next clinical breakthrough, to rapid and reliable sample analysis, to more rigorous decision making—we are enabling clinicians to deliver the best possible care to their patients with improved efficiency, clinical confidence, adaptive collaboration, and accelerated intelligence.

Learn about the

Danaher Business System

which makes everything possible.

The

Manufacturing Technician

is responsible for setting up and operating the manufacturing machines and related equipment in a production / processing operation. Monitor meters, gauges, valves, flow ratios, temperatures, pressures, and related controls and guidelines to ensure adherence to production / process specifications.

Follow engineering drawings, work order information, manufacturing procedures, SOPs, and other written and verbal specifications in the manufacturing process. Perform 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 which is associated with diagnostics located in Nicholasville, Kentucky and will be an on-site role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to :

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.

The essential requirements of the job include :

Education & Experience :

High school diploma or GED with 2+ years of experience OR associate degree and 1+ years 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 as well as be able to use an optical microscope for cleaning and inspection

Physical / Environment Requirements :

Frequent lifting up to 20 pounds. Lift up to 35 pounds occasionally. Lifting frequency : Daily. Required to stand for long time periods.

Frequently twist and bend.

Pass visual acuity exam.

Work with solvents, oils, and other chemicals.

Beckman Coulter Diagnostics, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at

Danaher Benefits Info .

This job is also eligible for bonus / incentive pay.

We offer comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical / dental / vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.

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 particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit

www.danaher.com .

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We comply with federal and state disability laws and make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and / or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact : 1-202-419-7762 or

applyassistance@danaher.com .

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