Electro-Mechanical Tech I

Jason Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Owings Mills (MD); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Medifast is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Technician I to maintain and repair manufacturing equipment in standard conditions, minimize downtime, and ensure EHS and QA compliance. You will perform preventative and corrective maintenance, changeovers, and spare parts management daily.

You may participate in small projects to install, implement, and commission new equipment. Strong reading of drawings, CMMS use, and ability to work independently or in a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in manufacturing maintenance.
• Able to read mechanical and electrical drawings.
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance practices.
• Basic understanding of utility equipment (air compressors, HVAC, electrical power distribution).
• Familiarity with EHS and quality regulations.
• CMMS experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot blending and high-speed packaging lines; mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance and document in CMMS/MES.
• Assist in developing SOPs or work instructions.
• Enter metrics and technical details in MES and Daily Accountability Board.

Skills

GMP experience

Read mechanical drawings

Read electrical drawings

CMMS proficiency

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Basic math

Education

Associate degree in Maintenance Technology

Tools

Industrial hand tools

Job description

Overview of Position

The Electro-Mechanical Technician I is responsible for maintaining and repairing manufacturing equipment in standard conditions to minimize equipment downtime, increase product yield, and optimize machine reliability while meeting Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) and Quality requirements. This role will require daily execution and documentation of preventative maintenance, corrective maintenance, changeovers, and spare parts management. Electro-Mechanical Technician, I may participate in small scale projects to support the install, implementation, and commissioning of new equipment or components.

Job Responsibilities

Performs troubleshooting on blending and high-speed packaging manufacturing lines in standard conditions, which includes mechanical and electrical manufacturing equipment such as conveyors, end-of-arm robots, automated material handlers, motors, pumps, variable frequency drives, x-rays, thermal sealers, carton erectors, PLCs/HMIs, and scales. Executes and documents preventative and corrective maintenance. May assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures or Work Instructions. Utilize CMMS to document maintenance work orders and spare parts consumed for a job. Execute equipment changeovers on designated equipment. Ensure food safety, product quality, and plant EHS guidelines are met as specified by federal, state, local authorities including OSHA, HAACP, GMP, plant specific and company guidelines. Participate in continuous improvement by providing suggestions towards improving operational efficiency, EHS, and/or quality. Participate in small scale projects to support the install, implementation, and commissioning of new equipment or components. Provides or enters metrics and technical details in Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and Daily Accountability Board Scope Provides maintenance support for OM operations. No direct reports.

Knowledge, Education, Skills and Abilities

• Minimum 2-5 years’ experience in manufacturing maintenance or equivalent on mechanical and electrical equipment, preferably in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) manufacturing environment
• Able to read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical drawings, bill of materials, and manuals
• Knowledge of equipment maintenance practices and terminology
• Has a basic understanding of utility equipment such as air compressors, dust collectors, HVAC, and electrical power distribution
• Familiarity with hand tools and machine shop equipment
• Basic math and measurement skills required
• Familiarity with EHS and quality regulations
• Basic computer skills
• Proficiency in using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is a plus
• Customer service oriented to serve internal customers and work with external contractors
• Intermediate problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Able to work well independently and as a team
• Able to accept constructive feedback
• Able to communicate verbally and written technical details to peers and stakeholders
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position including standing on feet for long periods of time while evaluating job tasks, completing audits and teaching maintenance skills
• Able to meet the physical requirements of the position requiring heavy lifting up to 50lbs, carrying tools and supplies, kneeling and stooping and standing on feet for long periods of time

The salary range for this position is: $31.07 - $42.03

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