Assistant, Maintenance Mechanic

US Pharmalab Inc; North Brunswick Township (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Maintenance Assistant, where you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the operational efficiency of production equipment. This hands-on position involves assisting skilled technicians in a manufacturing environment, performing maintenance tasks, and adhering to safety and compliance standards. You'll be responsible for cleaning equipment, monitoring for repairs, and maintaining a tidy workspace. If you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for mechanical work, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive atmosphere. Be part of a company that values teamwork and safety, contributing to the success of the production process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 1+ years of maintenance experience.
• Ability to follow written instructions and perform basic math calculations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintenance tasks, including cleaning and repairing equipment.
• Monitor equipment for repairs and maintain housekeeping in maintenance areas.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Basic Math Calculations

Mechanical Understanding

Knowledge of cGMP and OSHA Standards

Basic English Reading and Writing

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Electric Meters

Material Handling Equipment

Job description

The Maintenance Assistant will be responsible to assist the Maintenance Technicians in installing, maintaining, repairing and changeover/setup of equipment and machinery. Duties include handing tools, supplies and materials to other workers; preparing the work area; and cleaning or washing parts &/or equipment.

Areas of Responsibility

• Follows oral and written instructions.
• Washes/Cleans equipment and parts in production areas.
• Responsible for assisting with all production related electrical and mechanical installation, equipment optimization, and preventive maintenance.
• Under supervision performs mechanical repair and preventive maintenance.
• Completes and understands training requirements as identified by the department, including all SOPs referring to the production or facilities equipment, maintenance documentation procedures, safety, cGMP’s and equipment operational parameters.
• Understands and reviews the proper use of maintenance documentation required under cGMP’s.
• Completes assignments in a timely manner.
• Monitors equipment within the facility for possible repairs and upkeep.
• Housekeeping of the maintenance ownership sections, and other areas as required to support the production team.
• Reports any problems back to the Maintenance Manager, of any condition/repairs requiring immediate action.
• Follows Safety, Health, and Environmental policies and procedures, adhering to safety codes and guidelines for yourself and others throughout the plant.
• Disassembles and cleans equipment properly in preparation for changeover and new batch.
• Maintains preventative maintenance supplies (oil, grease etc.) by checking stock.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical equipment in operation, listening for problems.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling and replacing using hand tools and power tools.
• Follows daily logs on preventative maintenance.
• Reads and interprets equipment manuals.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Ensures full compliance with Company policies, procedures, GMP’s, Ethical Business Practice, and SOPs at all times.
• Maintains the spare parts inventory and procurement budget.
• Responds to emergency calls including snow removal, utility failures, and disaster response.
• Undertakes and completes projects and initiatives as defined and assigned by upper Management.
• Maintains proper gowning and hygiene to ensure integrity of the product as per company policies.
• Works extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.
• Must be able to provide emergency/unscheduled assistance for repairs of production equipment during production.
• Participates in regulatory inspections from various organizations such as FDA, Environmental Protection and Fire Department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Responsibilities Including Safety:

• Works in a safe and responsible manner to create an injury-free and incident-free workplace.
• Complies with all job-related safety and other training requirements.
• Keeps management informed of area activities and of any significant problems.

Requirements

Education & Qualification:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• 1+ years in maintenance experience

Certifications, Licenses, Credentials:

• N/A

Skills & Ability

• Demonstrates ability to work in a team and assist others.
• Able to follow written instructions precisely and perform basic math calculations as required.
• Understands and is knowledgeable of cGMP, OSHA standards etc.
• Mechanically inclined to understand inner workings of equipment.
• Demonstrates the ability to read and write basic English to be able to understand the industry regulated instruction sheets.
• Must have attention to detail.

Physical Requirements (lifting, etc.):

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.; occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Must stand and walk on production floor a minimum of 6 hours per shift.
• Uses hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, lifting to waist height and/or above shoulder height, frequent bending from waist, or squatting, walking short distances.
• Occasionally works from a rolling ladder or step stool, must be able to lean over equipment as well as kneel on the floor to clean under the equipment.
• Must be able to wear all PPE including lab coat, face mask, booties, gloves, safety glasses/goggles and respirators.

Work Environment (Office, Warehouse, temperature extremes, etc.):

• Work is regularly performed inside a manufacturing environment where temperatures can be moderate, exposure to dust, odors, noise, and fumes. The noise level is usually moderate. Employee can be exposed daily to chemicals and cleaning agents.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the job responsibilities, duties, skills, or working conditions. In addition, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at will' relationship.