Production Maintenance Mechanic

Job Summary

Production Maintenance Tech will be responsible for repairing critical equipment, performing preventive and predictive maintenance, and completing projects such as mechanical upgrades.

Essential Job Duties

• Troubleshooting, dismantling, repairing, relocating, modifying, maintaining, aligning, overhauling, and installing of fixed and semi-fixed production machinery and equipment.
• Ensure that equipment is repaired and maintained in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals, and/or manufacturer's specification.
• Perform both scheduled and unplanned work on a wide variety of equipment and systems, including Preventative Maintenance (PM) and Corrective Maintenance work.
• Identify and report low performing or failing systems for pre-emptive corrective actions or upgrade suggestions.
• Support implementation of upgrades and new engineering / maintenance projects.
• Take the necessary actions to ensure equipment and/or environment is safe and consistent with relevant laws, codes and/or governing policies.
• Identify needed equipment, parts, and supplies necessary to complete repairs.
• Coordinate with manufacturing departments to perform work in a timely manner.
• May conduct root cause analyses.
• Strict adherence to procedures and practices according to FDA regulations.
• Strong emphasis on documentation according to FDA regulations.
• Adhere to departmental corporate safety policies.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required. Trade School, Vocational Certificate, Associate Degree, or Military training in related field is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years related hands-on experience in maintenance of manufacturing / production equipment is required, preferably in a pharmaceutical, GMP, or FDA regulated environment.
• Equivalency: In lieu of 2 years of experience, candidate must have a minimum of an Associate Degree or Vocational Certification in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related technical discipline.
• Requires basic understanding of mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Able to fabricate, renovate, and weld parts using shop equipment.
• Able to repair and rebuild machinery or mechanical equipment.
• Working knowledge of Building Automation Systems is a plus.
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to identify and resolve equipment problems.
• Demonstrated strong mechanical aptitude.
• Able to read and understand mechanical and electrical drawings, Piping and Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID) drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of safe and proper use of hand, power and measuring tools, as well as basic shop equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment performance data.
• Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and the ability to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks to meet targeted deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with personnel at all levels in a team environment.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Computer literacy with proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Specific experience with SAP & AMMS is preferred.
• Must be flexible with working hours / shifts in order to accommodate the 24 hour, 7 day plant operation.
• May also be required to be on call, on a rotating basis.

Occupational Demands

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment or warehouse with rotating shifts.
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.
• Exposure to chemicals, electrical manufacturing equipment, hand tools and moving machinery.
• Operates forklifts, tractors and power equipment.
• Exposure to high levels of noise and to dust/gas/fumes/steam.
• Exposure to extreme cold below 32* and on occasion, exposure to extreme heat above 100*.
• Exposure to vibration or oscillating movements of the extremities or the whole body.
• Occasional entry into confined spaces, requiring kneeling, crawling, climbing and squatting.
• Works at heights on scaffolding and/or on ladders.
• Walks on uneven ground.
• Personal protective equipment required such as; protective eyewear, chemical suits, safety shoes and/or rubber footwear, gloves, hearing protection and a respirator.
• Heavy lifting and carrying of 45lbs. for up to 6-8 hours per day, with a maximum lift of 75lbs.
• Work is performed standing, walking, bending and twisting waist for 4-6 hours per day.
• Frequent foot movements.
• Occasionally reaches above and below shoulder height.
• Occasionally bends and twists neck.
• Frequent hand movements with simple grasping of one hand with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects.
• Hearing acuity essential.
• Color perception/discrimination, depth perception and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye.
• Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences.
• Performs a wide range of complex tasks.
• Adheres to a work schedule to meet production standards.

Pay & Benefits

• Estimated pay scale for Production Maintenance Mechanic role based in California: $31.24 to $36.00 per hour.
• Eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool.
• Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays and up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement.
• Final compensation packages will ultimately depend on education, experience, skillset, knowledge, where the role is performed, internal equity and market data.

Location: NORTH AMERICA : USA : CA-Los Angeles:USVALLEY - Valley Bl Mfg Plant - LA, CA