As an Instrument Technician, you will work in a fast-paced, agile, and continuously growing environment supporting the production, testing, and maintenance of veterinary diagnostic instruments and technology. You will perform manufacturing processes, system configuration, and troubleshooting/repair tasks while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.
You’ll play an important role in assembling and supporting innovative products that improve the health and well-being of animals and people worldwide.
Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Why this role matters:
This role is essential to ensuring the performance, reliability, and quality of diagnostic instruments. Your technical expertise and attention to detail directly support product integrity, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction while contributing to continuous improvement in manufacturing and service processes.
• You will assemble and test electrical, electro-mechanical, and mechanical components across multiple product lines
• You will troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair malfunctioning instruments and equipment
• You will execute and support preventative maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability
• You will document test procedures and results using PC-based tools, including spreadsheets and data analysis
• You will assist in creating and implementing manufacturing and service procedures and documentation
• You will perform production tasks including assembly, inspection, packaging, and system configuration
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production and service operations
• You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, supporting Lean practices and process enhancements
• Experience in manufacturing, production, or electromechanical repair environments
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills, including experience with testing equipment and tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software applications
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Lean manufacturing experience preferred, or willingness to learn and engage in continuous improvement
• Target hourly rate of $19 / hour based on experience
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus and performance-based annual merit increase
• Health / Dental / Vision benefits starting day one
• 5% matching 401k
• Generous PTO benefits
• Additional benefits including but not limited to pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more!
We’re proud of the work we do because our work matters. Every role at IDEXX contributes to enhancing the health and wellbeing of pets, people, and livestock. With over 10,000 global team members, customers in more than 175 countries, and a rapidly growing industry, we are always looking for motivated and inspiring individuals to join us.
We offer competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits, along with the opportunity to be part of a high-growth company leading the way with innovative products, services, and a strong customer focus.
Let’s pursue what matters together.
IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.
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10,000+ people, one global focus - enhancing the health and well-being of pets, people, and livestock
We are passionate about what we do at IDEXX – and why wouldn’t we be? When you’re working to raise the standard of care for pets, make drinking water safe for billions and keep our livestock population around the globe healthy and free of disease, it’s no wonder that what we do each day is more than just a job. There’s an energy across IDEXX that is contagious, where caring and committed people come together to make things better.
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDXX), a member of the S&P 500, is a leader in pet healthcare innovation, serving practicing veterinarians worldwide with a broad range of diagnostic and information technology-based products and services. Headquartered in southern Maine, we conduct operations through more than 70 locations and serve customers in over 175 countries.
Our primary business focuses on pet health, a growing market around the world. Our products, in-clinic diagnostic tests and instrumentation, practice management and software solutions, and reference laboratory and consultation services, enhance the ability of veterinarians to provide advanced medical care, improve staff efficiency, and build more economically successful practices.
We also develop and manufacture diagnostic tests and information for the global production animal industry, including poultry and livestock, as well as tests for the quality and safety of water and milk.
Please visit our website, IDEXX.com/careers, for further information and to view all of our job opportunities.
