Packaging Mechanic

About the role

The Packaging Mechanic supports and assists the Packaging Department in ensuring efficient packaging of goods by performing packaging equipment maintenance including, but not limited to: troubleshooting, repair, upgrade, preventive maintenance (PM), etc. on various types of packaging equipment including, but not limited to: fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all aspects of Packaging equipment maintenance in accordance with company policies, SOPs, cGMPs and FDA requirements
• Performs packaging line change overs and startups
• Assists Packaging Operations/Quality Assurance (QA) activity during the running of packaging lines
• Performs routine and complex work related to the troubleshooting, repair, and upgrade of all packaging equipment including but not limited to: fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc.
• Responsible for performing PM, repair and continuous improvement of packaging equipment
• Affords assistance in performing root cause analysis on equipment failures to support investigations
• Ensures packaging equipment is operating safely at all times

Requirements

• Minimum education and years of relevant work experience required:
• Mechanic I: High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 3 years packaging mechanic experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Mechanic II: High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 5 years packaging mechanic experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required:
• Working knowledge of manufacturing procedures and federal regulations pertaining to manufacturing processes
• Working knowledge of good manufacturing systems and familiarity with regulatory and manufacturing SOPs and cGMPs
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as safety and environmental policies, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, etc.
• Hands on experience with repair, maintenance and troubleshooting of pharmaceutical packaging equipment (i.e., fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc.)
• Basic PC skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members
• Analytical thinking with problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects
• Fluent in English (verbal and written)
• Ability and willingness to work additional hours as required by business needs

Qualifications

• Trade school or certification

Physical requirements

• Manufacturing based position
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to stand for extended periods

Benefits

• Incentives, including, but not limited to: bonus eligible, medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance, 401K with match, life insurance, paid Company Holidays, PTO, Paid Volunteer Time and Employee Resource Groups.

Pay

Anticipated salary range: $73,000 – 85,000. Base salary to be offered is contingent on assessment of candidate’s education and experience level relative to requirements of the position and a review of related industry standards and internal equity.

Schedule

Hours are (1st shift) 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM & (2nd shift) 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM