Position Details: Packaging Mechanic
Required Experience/Skills:
- Atleast 3 years' experience in maintenance of bottle packaging lines (repairs, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting).
- At least 2 years' experience in pharma, food, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, or manufacturing industries.
- Basic English communication skills (reading & speaking).
- Knowledge of cGMP, OSHA standards, and ability to follow written instructions precisely.
- Mechanical inclination to understand and troubleshoot equipment.
- Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to stand and walk on the production floor for extended periods.
- Proficiency in using hand tools, electric meters, and measuring equipment.
- PLC experience is a plus.
- General PC proficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform moderate to complex adjustments, maintenance, and repairs on packaging and pneumatic equipment.
- Conduct changeover and setup of packaging machines, troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical systems, and make appropriate repairs.
- Execute daily preventive maintenance on plant equipment, including packaging equipment, conveyors, and compressors.
- Assist with equipment installations within the plant structure and complete work orders to repair machinery.
- Read and interpret equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service.
- Diagnose problems, replace or repair parts, and test and adjust machinery.
- Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment.
- Set up full line configurations of multiple pieces of equipment independently.
- Detect faulty operations, defective materials, and report any unusual situations to supervision.
- Ensure compliance with Company policies, procedures, cGMPs, Ethical Business Practices, and SOPs.
- Maintain accurate documentation, including operation logs and batch records.
- Ensure product meets applicable quality standards through inspection and required sampling/testing.
- Guide and coach Packaging Operators in the safe and effective operation of packaging line machines.
- Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to ensure product integrity.
- Follow all safety rules and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
- Assist with other mechanical or maintenance needs of the building as required.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance and work extended hours and occasional weekend overtime as needed.