Operation - Mechanic Manager Position

About the role

Reports to the Head Mechanic (Sr. Manager - Mechanic) within the Operations – Production Management department. Requires 7+ years of maintenance experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment, with consistent skill progression and a goal to achieve Tech 2 within 3 years. The role involves maintaining and troubleshooting production equipment in a fast-paced environment while ensuring compliance with cGMP policies and company SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot production equipment such as high-speed automated lines, fillers, home-built machines, cartoners, inkjets, labelers, and laser marking systems with great attention to detail
• Work under pressure and manage multiple changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Acquire technical expertise to set up, disassemble, clean, and re-assemble production equipment
• Report problems preventing task completion to your supervisor
• Collaborate with different departments to ensure smooth start-up of production lines
• Analyze, assess, and record deviations or changes in packing processes; modify equipment to support continuous improvement
• Recommend equipment and system improvements
• Ensure compliance with cGMP policies, company SOPs, and industry regulations
• Maintain a fully operational, safe, and clean work environment
• Perform mechanical preventive maintenance (PMs) during operation or scheduled downtime

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (or higher)
• Minimum 7+ years of production line experience in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, or food industry
• Experience with different types of filling equipment (liquid, tube, powder, creams, Hot Pour)
• Knowledge of FDA, cGMP, and OSHA regulations
• Ability to work within a team structure with minimal supervision
• English communication skills required; Korean or Spanish helpful

Skills

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Excellent problem-solving and innovation techniques
• Management and leadership skills
• Safe and effective operation of power shop tools and common hand tools
• Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication, welding, pipe-fitting, and power transmission systems

Pay

Pay Range: $65,000 - $75,000 (compensation determined based on candidate's qualifications and experience)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Special Paid Leave for employees’ personal events
• Company Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• Year-End Gift