Line Mechanic C- Weekends

Church & Dwight Co., Inc.; Lakewood (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid parental leave

401k with company match

Job summary

Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is seeking a Line Mechanic C to maintain and repair packaging equipment on production lines in our facility. You will troubleshoot mechanical issues, perform preventive maintenance, and collaborate with production teams to reduce downtime and improve throughput.

The role requires hands-on PLC, hydraulics, and sensor knowledge, strong attention to safety, and the ability to train Operators and Line Technicians. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required, plus relevant vocational/technical school certifications.
• At least 2 years technical degree and/or experience as a packaging line mechanic in a food, cosmetic or pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

• Must be able to change over, maintain, and repair packaging machinery and related equipment in the required timeframe.
• Train and develop Operators, Line Technicians, and Line Leaders on operating packaging equipment.
• Perform routine and scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment and troubleshoot equipment breakdowns.
• Determine the root cause of equipment failure and implement corrective actions.
• Adhere to GMPs, JSA, SOPs and safety procedures.

Skills

Hand tools

Electro mechanical troubleshooting

Train and develop operators

Attention to detail

MS Word/Excel

FDA and GMP knowledge

Six Sigma / Lean / 5S

PLC knowledge

Hydraulics & pneumatics

Machine shop skills

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or relevant experience

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

Pay & Schedule

Pay: $36.94 per hour + $1.75 shift differential

Schedule:
Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Monday & Tuesday: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Summary

The Line Mechanic C is responsible for maintaining and repairing machinery and equipment used in production lines within a manufacturing facility. The role includes troubleshooting mechanical issues, performing routine maintenance to prevent equipment failures, and ensuring that machines operate efficiently and safely. The Line Mechanic C will work closely with production teams to minimize downtime and improve productivity while adhering to protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

Essential Functions

• Must have ability to change over, maintain, and repair packaging machinery and related equipment in the required timeframe.
• Alert management in a timely manner of any mechanical issues that could possibly shutdown, and/or effect efficiencies on packaging lines.
• Maintain daily logs of the line.
• In conjunction with Production Supervisor and Line Resource Operator, train and develop Operators, Line Technicians, and Line Leaders on operating packaging equipment.
• Must be able to run effectively at a minimum without retraining, at least 2 types of lines from the following; Dental, AP/DEO, Nair, Household, Display, and Aerosol.
• Continuous and ongoing training of all lines will be required throughout the year and will be measured every 6 months utilizing the 3-Step training assessment.
• Perform routine and scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment, troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and identify persistent problems to ensure maximum operation and minimal downtime.
• Perform scheduled set-ups and changeovers.
• Perform repair/replacement of equipment on production lines with appropriate follow-up documentation and work order requests through SAP.
• Determine the root cause of equipment failure and execute actions to prevent future occurrence.
• Ensure packaging line equipment is running efficiently.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Adhere to department’s GMP’s, JSA’s and SOP’s.
• Wear appropriate PPE. ( Ear protection, Hairnets, Beard nets and eye protection, Steal Toe Shoes)
• Adhere to all safety procedures.
• Participates in all job-related safety training and personally complies with all safety policies and procedures.
• Will receive general orientation, job specific, and refresher training relative to the hazardous chemicals they may handle in the course of performing their jobs.
• Will comply with all NJ laws and company policies/procedures while sampling, unloading, pre-weighing, transferring, and/or handling, hazardous chemicals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Full knowledge of hand tools required.
• Strong electro mechanical trouble shooting skills.
• Ability to train and develop operators, Line Technicians and Line Leaders in the operation of packaging equipment and to assist in line set-up, changeovers & PM’s.
• Must possess attention to detail and thoroughness in completing tasks and maintaining workstation.
• Computer literate including MSWord/Excel.
• Must possess working knowledge of FDA and GMP regulation.
• Experience in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and 5S practices is a plus.
• Knowledge of Programmable Logic Control (PLC), Electrical & Sensor Technology (types of installations, trouble shooting, diagnosis and operation).
• Knowledge of hydraulic & pneumatics.
• Knowledge of Machine Shop skills.

Education and Experience

• HS diploma or equivalent require along with relevant vocational/technical school certifications.
• At least 2 years technical degree and/or experience as a packaging line mechanic in a food, cosmetic or pharmaceutical manufacturing facility.

Compensation & Benefits

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $36.94 per hour plus $1.75 shift differential. This position is also eligible for a bonus.

As a Church & Dwight US employee, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation days starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date.

You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

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