Maintenance Mechanic

Safetec of America, Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Safetec of America, Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support the performance and reliability of our production and facility equipment.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot a range of systems, and repair components to minimize downtime while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Working Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain records, and support changeovers and special projects to keep operations running

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in manufacturing or packaging.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and equipment drawings.
• Experience in GMP-regulated or pharmaceutical manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on packaging and blending equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Repair and rebuild equipment components to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Assess machinery performance and identify root causes of equipment failures.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the maintenance shop and tools.
• Support manufacturing with equipment changeovers.
• Execute preventive maintenance tasks on production and facility equipment to support efficiency and safety.
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Maintain records of repairs, inspections, and equipment performance.
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory to ensure availability of critical components.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, OSHA, FDA, and company safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all standard operating procedures.
• Assist with special projects and manufacturing initiatives as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical systems

Pneumatic systems

Hydraulic systems

Troubleshooting

Job description

Safetec of America, Inc. has been a trusted source of infection control, first-aid, and compliance products for over 30 years. We are a local, family-owned, OTC pharmaceutical manufacturing company with a reputation for retaining employees because we treat them like family. We are seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support the performance and reliability of our production and facility equipment through preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs. This role plays a key part in minimizing downtime, ensuring safety and compliance, and keeping our operations running smoothly.

Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine preventive maintenance and emergency repairs on packaging and blending equipment
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues
• Repair and rebuild equipment components to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime
• Assess machinery performance and identify root causes of equipment failures
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the maintenance shop and tools
• Support manufacturing with equipment changeovers
• Execute preventive maintenance tasks on production and facility equipment to support efficiency and safety
• Collaborate with production and cross-functional teams to improve equipment reliability and performance
• Maintain records of repairs, inspections, and equipment performance
• Monitor and manage spare parts inventory to ensure the availability of critical components
• Ensure compliance with GMP, OSHA, FDA, and company safety regulations
• Maintain a safe work environment and adhere to all standard operating procedures
• Assist with special projects and manufacturing initiatives as needed

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in industrial maintenance, preferably in a manufacturing or packaging environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair a wide range of equipment issues
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and equipment drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality
• Experience working in a GMP-regulated or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment