Machine Operator

Aveva Drug Delivery Systems; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k with employer match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Aveva Drug Delivery Systems is seeking a set-up mechanic to operate and troubleshoot packaging equipment, perform line set-ups and minor repairs in a regulatory-driven manufacturing environment. You will work under general supervision to support production schedules.

Typically 1–3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing, with a focus on cGMP practices, safety, and quality documentation. This role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and adherence to procedures in a fast-paced facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, with hands-on or vocational training preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience as a set-up mechanic in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with cGMP, FDA and other regulatory requirements.
• Reading, writing and speaking English; able to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging equipment per procedures and packaging schedule.
• Perform routine troubleshooting and minor repairs of packaging/processing equipment.
• Set up and change over packaging lines; monitor line performance and document batch records.
• Escalate downtime issues to leadership and coordinate with Engineering Technician as needed.
• Maintain clean, safe, and compliant work areas; adhere to safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic mathematics

Troubleshooting

Reading & writing English

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Packaging equipment

Die cutting/punching tooling

Job description

About Us

Aveva Drug Delivery Systems is a pharmaceutical manufacturer at the forefront of innovative drug delivery technologies. We are dedicated to advancing solutions that optimize the efficacy, safety, and precision of pharmaceutical treatments. Join our team and help shape the future of healthcare by contributing to the development of groundbreaking drug delivery systems that improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Description

About Us

Aveva Drug Delivery Systems is a pharmaceutical manufacturer at the forefront of innovative drug delivery technologies. We are dedicated to advancing solutions that optimize the efficacy, safety, and precision of pharmaceutical treatments. Join our team and help shape the future of healthcare by contributing to the development of groundbreaking drug delivery systems that improve patient outcomes worldwide.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, operates and performs routine troubleshooting, and minor repair of all packaging equipment and systems, and conducts packaging line changeovers and mechanical set-up of all packaging equipment in accordance with the packaging schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures and state, federal and local laws.
• Operates Packaging equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Performs routine troubleshooting and minor repairs of packaging and processing equipment.
• Performs packaging line set-ups and changeovers.
• Monitors Packaging Line during production and document accordingly in batch records. Proactively addressing issues a keeping line within operating parameters and supporting Packaging Operators in order to maintain optimum efficiency
• Reports all major and unresolved downtime issues to the packaging section leader and escalates to Engineering Technician.
• Complies with all company equipment, safety, OSHA rules and regulations.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Supports department goals for output and efficiencies.
• May be assigned to assist Engineering Technicians in performing Preventive Maintenance in production equipment as needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Works as a member of a team to achieve all outcomes.
• Operates in accordance with our Code of Conduct and Business Ethics, and all established regulatory, compliance and safety requirements.
• Performs all work in support of our Values: Collaboration, Courage, Perseverance, and Passion.
• All other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent, and prefer hands-on or vocational school training

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other regulatory requirements.
• Production equipment operations and maintenance practices.
• Standard Operating Procedures for equipment operations including safety rules and regulations.
• [WD1] Mechanical aptitude and basic mathematics.
• Troubleshooting of packaging equipment problems associated with die cutting/punching of transdermal patches, web alignment, pick & place, cartoning and other packaging and labeling equipment components.[WD2]
• Complying with all Company policies and procedures.
• Complying with all Company safety rules and regulations, recognizing hazards and taking appropriate corrective action.
• [WD3] Maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Understanding and following written and oral instructions.
• Reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with individuals contacted during work.

Experience

• 1-3 years of experience as a set-up mechanic in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Benefits

Aveva Drug Delivery Systems and DifGen Pharmaceuticals provides a comprehensive benefits plan

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401k with employer match
• Paid Holidays and Floating Holiday

Equal Opportunity Employer