GMP Packaging & Process Equipment Mechanic

Newly Weds Foods; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Newly Weds Foods in Watertown, MA, is seeking a Third Shift Maintenance Mechanic to perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on production machinery, improving equipment reliability and glove quality as part of the maintenance team.

You will set up and repair packaging equipment, install and debug plant equipment, document work orders, and ensure compliance with GMP and OSHA standards while working overtime and on-call as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent training and education in maintenance.
• 1–5 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Through knowledge of maintenance jargon and safety practices (OSHA, GMP).

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and emergency repairs on production machinery.
• Set up and repair assembly and packaging equipment per food safety regulations.
• Install, debug and stabilize plant equipment as required.
• Complete projects timely and in compliance with food safety regulations.
• Record maintenance data (work orders, time cards) and monitor equipment performance.

Skills

Teamwork

GMP knowledge

OSHA safety

Maintenance best practices

Education

Associate degree in Maintenance Technology

Job description

The Third Shift Maintenance Mechanic will perform preventative maintenance & emergency repairs to all production machinery, striving to improve equipment reliability & glove quality, as part of the maintenance team.

Essential Functions

• Perform machine set up and repair assembly and packaging equipment in a manner that complies with food safety regulations.
• Perform preventative maintenance routines on all production equipment in a manner that complies with food safety regulations
• Install, debug and stabilize plant equipment as required.
• Complete all assigned projects as needed in a timely manner and in compliance with food safety regulations
• Assist in Production/Maintenance related assignments as needed.
• Communicate regarding issues and problem solve with Production staff any quality and safety concerns.
• Complies with all OSHA and safety regulations when conducting work or repairs
• Accurately record maintenance data and as directed by the Maintenance Manager to monitor equipment performance, i.e. work orders, time cards
• Demonstrate proper handling of tools and equipment
• Identify and report equipment concerns to the Maintenance Manager.
• Participate in overtime assignments as required.
• Provide “on call” coverage as needed.
• Perform other various similar and related duties as required by the Manager.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Maintenance Technology field and or equivalent Education, Experience and Training.
• 1-5 years manufacturing experience preferred.
• Through knowledge of Maintenance jargon, Maintenance Best Practices Knowledge; OSHA, safety, etc.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment
• Working knowledge of GMP, OSHA and Production needs.

**The job is performed in production areas where the person will be exposed to strong aromas, airborne dust particles emanating from ingredients being used, and will be in the presence of or otherwise operating machinery. **