Equipment Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift

Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC (J0P) in; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Mechanic for their 3rd shift operations. The role involves troubleshooting and maintaining packaging line systems, performing preventive maintenance, and collaborating with Engineering on new installations. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, extensive relevant experience, and a strong grasp of industry practices. Comprehensive benefits and competitive compensation package offered.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and insurance benefits

401(k) matching contributions

Flexible benefits program

Qualifications

• 5+ years in packaging or related manufacturing equipment.
• Solid understanding of cGMP and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to train team members on equipment issues.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair all packaging line systems.
• Perform preventive maintenance and document work accurately.
• Train team members to prevent equipment issues.

Skills

Solid understanding of cGMP practices

Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting

Ability to read and follow SOPs

Knowledge of packaging equipment set-up

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Equipment Maintenance Mechanic - 3rd Shift (Manufacturing)

Description:

The packaging mechanic will be responsible for the continuous functioning of various types of manufacturing packaging line systems and equipment within the Packaging and Manufacturing departments. The role will perform the setup of packaging equipment, routine maintenance, repair, minor electrical troubleshooting, and also partner with Engineering to install and commission new packaging lines.

Essential Functions:

• Troubleshoot and repair all packaging line systems and equipment including vertical form and fill bagging machines, rotary cartoners, weigh scales, tapers and conveyors. Partner with Engineering to install and commission new packaging lines systems. Perform system modifications of the existing lines as needed.
• Repair of packaging equipment. This includes root cause analysis problem identification, referencing technical documentation, assessment of material requirements, requisition placement, and actual repair. Responsible for the replacement of parts.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure all packaging equipment functions properly as well as follow and execute the preventative maintenance schedules.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of work in the equipment logbooks, communications, and verbally to coworkers during shift hand offs
• Train team members on equipment issues to eliminate future occurrences.

Education:

• High School or GED - Required

Experience:

• 5 years or more in Packaging equipment or related manufacturing equipment

Skills:

• Solid understanding of cGMP practices and concepts, SOP, Lock Out Tag Out, and OSHA regulations required - Intermediate
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow SOPs written in English - Intermediate
• General mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills necessary to diagnose, disassemble, repair and reassemble packaging equipment. - Intermediate
• Knowledge of packaging equipment set-up, adjustments, and packaging documentation is preferred. - Intermediate
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment - Intermediate
• Maintain area orderly and clean during all operations within the facilities. - Advanced
• Flexible to work extended hours on weekends as required

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour. In addition, Amneal offers a short-term incentive opportunity, such as a bonus or performance-based award, with this position within the first 12 months. Amneal ranges reflect the Company's good faith estimate of what Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, experience, geographic location and other relevant skills. At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement. We also promote employee well-being with programs that help you enjoy your career alongside life's many other commitments and opportunities.