Maintenance Mechanic III

SIRIO NUTRITION CALIFORNIA LLC; California (MO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Best Formulations LLC is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to support gummy and softgel manufacturing at our City of Industry facility in California. You will provide technical support for manufacturing equipment, facilities, and the Preventative Maintenance Program with advanced proficiency across multiple systems.

Responsibilities include keeping equipment and logs in OSHA and OEM compliance, responding to floor calls, performing PMs and set-ups, and coordinating with auditors, vendors, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; vocational or trade training preferred.
• 4+ years in maintenance/mechanical roles, ideally in FDA-regulated environments.
• Experience with gummy manufacturing equipment is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with documentation discipline.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on manufacturing equipment and facilities.
• Respond to floor calls promptly and complete tasks thoroughly.
• Maintain maintenance logs and SOP/cGMP documentation.
• Design and schedule PMs in coordination with supervision.
• Set up/changeovers for production according to schedule.
• Coordinate with auditors, vendors and internal teams as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative maintenance

Equipment setup/changeovers

Safety/compliance

Reading blueprints/schematics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school certification/apprenticeship

Job description

**Please no external recruiters**Founded in 1984, Best Formulations LLC, a diversified nutraceutical and personal care company headquartered in City of Industry, California, is a contract manufacturer of thousands of branded SKUs, including high quality nutritional supplements including softgels, tablets, capsules, powders, teas, dietary supplements, and vegetarian softgels.About the role:We are a trusted partner to our customers when it comes to innovation and have one of the strongest R&D, product formulation and technical teams in the industry. We are recognized as the leader in plant-based softgel innovation and our ability to encapsulate difficult formulas. We seek out innovation across our entire business and pass that knowledge and expertise to our customers.As a Maintenance Mechanic 3, you will be responsible to provide technical support for manufacturing equipment (Softgel or Unit Dose), Facilities and the Preventative Maintenance Program. The individual will possess additional skills, expertise and qualifications over a Mechanic 2. The individual should have advanced proficiency and expertise with multiple equipment and/or systems.How will you contribute:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to:Responsible to keep the facility, production equipment and all support equipment in safe and operational working condition according to OEM and OSHA guidelines.Respond to all floor calls in a timely manner and complete tasks quickly and thoroughly.Maintain up-time / downtime targets and develop plans to improve.Trouble-shooting problems and recommending solutions or improvements necessary to restore line operations. Seeks permanent solutions to identified root causes.Complete assigned work orders (Preventative/Corrective Maintenance) in a timely basis and support prioritization of tasks for other mechanics.Complete the Preventative Maintenance Program (PM) including relevant documentation. Design PM’s and schedules work in coordination with the supervisor.Maintain equipment maintenance logs and documentation in accordance with SOP and cGMP guidelines;Identify and complete process improvement initiatives including engineering and construction projects.Work with auditors, vendors, and suppliers as needed.Maintain inventory of spare parts and critical equipment. Audit systems as necessary along with sourcing options.Researches and obtains quotes for equipment, parts, and services as needed.Lead the training of other employees.Responsible to comply with all Company policies and procedures, including safety programs.Perform set-ups or changeovers of equipment as necessary for production schedule;Maintaining a clean and orderly work area.Reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics as required.May coordinate equipment alterations (i.e part fabrication) and equipment installation.Any other assigned tasks or duties may require overtime and weekend work as necessary.Complies with all Company policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations.Maintains a safe work environment and operates in a safe manner.Perform other job duties related to the job, as assigned by management.Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent GED Certificate; andVocational or trade school with certifications or apprenticeship training preferred;Experience in an FDA-regulated industry is preferredMinimum of four (4) years of related maintenance and mechanical experience; orAny combination of experience, education, and training that provides the level of knowledge, skills, and experience needed to successfully perform the job.Experience in Gummy manufacturing equipmentWork Environment:May involve exposure to allergens such as Soy, Wheat, Fish, Shellfish, Milk, Egg, Tree Nuts and Sesame.What Best Formulations can offer you:401(k) with company matchTuition reimbursementMedical/Dental/Vision/Pet InsuranceHealth & Wellness programsGenerous time off for vacationsMore about us:As a valued strategic partner, Best Formulations offers a comprehensive program of services, turnkey solutions, and client support that is unmatched in the industry. Our product development team can provide customized, proprietary formulations designed specifically to meet the needs of our customers and their method of distribution. Our vertically integrated manufacturing and packaging process allows us to schedule flexible production runs to respond quickly to shifting market demands. Every step of the way, we are committed to your growth and success!"To develop and strengthen mutually beneficial relationships with our employees, customers, and business partners by providing the highest quality products and the Best customer service. Together We Grow!"This position is currently classified as on-site.Base Salary Range: $25.50 - $31.00 per hour, based on candidate professional experience level. Employees are eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401(k), Holidays, Vacation, Tuition Reimbursement Program.The final salary offered for this position may take into account a number of factors including, but not limited to, location, skills, education, and experience.In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.The Company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior management, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.EEO StatementBest Formulations is an equal opportunity employer committed to employing a diverse workforce and providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts of the hiring process as required under its Employment Accommodation Policy. Best Formulations will work with applicants to meet accommodation needs that are made known to Best Formulations in advance.**Please no external recruiters**