Maintenance Technician - Molding (APU 2-B)

Nemera; Buffalo Grove (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Nemera is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Molding (APU 2-B) for a 12-hour rotating shift in Buffalo Grove, IL. You will repair and maintain injection molding equipment, robots, and related automation in a high-speed, FDA-regulated environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 3+ years of hands-on experience, strong math/reading/communication skills, and injection molding experience. PLC, hydraulics, pneumatics, and SAP experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 3+ years of hands-on technical experience.
• Strong math, reading and communication skills.
• Experience with injection molding required.
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Read, use and interpret measuring devices and inspection tools.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot pneumatic, electrical or mechanical malfunctions.
• Input maintenance work orders into SAP and monitor equipment performance.

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Reading skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Injection molding

SAP

PLC programming

Hydraulics and pneumatics

Job description

Maintenance Technician - Molding (APU 2-B)

• Full-time
• Employment Classification: Hourly
• Nemera Department: BG Maintenance 800
• Education Level: High School Diploma
• Contract Type: Hourly

With sales of €700m and 3,300 employees worldwide, Nemera is one of the leading global manufacturers of complex drug delivery systems for the pharmaceutical industry, offering to patients a broad product portfolio which includes inhalation devices, injection devices, nasal and dermal pumps and ophthalmic delivery devices. Nemera has built very long lasting, strong relationships with the leading global pharmaceutical companies globally by providing high quality development, industrialization and manufacturing services. Nemera develops and manufactures its own IP product platforms but also offers also fully custom developments and contract manufacturing.

Nemera’s manufacturing sites are located in the US, France, Germany, Brazil and Poland. The headquarters and Innovation Center for early device design and development are located in France (Lyon).

We have big ambitions at Nemera! We are growing our franchises and strengthening our capabilities.

THIS IS A 12 Hour Rotating Shift 6AM - 6PM

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for repairs on injection molding equipment, robots, adjustments, maintenance, repair and operations of various types of assembly, subassembly, printing, and/or packaging machines. The company scope includes scientific injection molding processing operations and automation equipment in the manufacture of components and devices into FDA regulated markets. This is a high-speed and a controlled manufacturing environment (CME).

Responsibilities:

• Maintain a clean and safe work area and report any unsafe working conditions
• Read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.
• Perform all required necessary preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Actively participate on teams and offer suggestions for improvement.
• Answer machine alarms as they occur and identify and address the root cause.
• Follow all 5S guidelines
• Perform and document inspections per cGMP for work instruction sheet, on device history sheet records, and work instruction sheet tables
• Follow all Lock Out/Tag Out rules
• Diagnose and troubleshoot any pneumatic, electrical or mechanical malfunction on a variety of machines
• Adjusts assembly machine units for major/minor lot production operations following department specification
• Repair and maintain electrical controls on equipment (molding, assembly and packaging machines), including servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines and devices primarily on the basis of electronic principles
• Upload programs to controls in the events of program loss or CPU replacement
• Repair robot arms and controls, including replacing bad boards, motors, encoders, etc.
• Calibrate and adjust robot pick and place locations if needed
• Conduct TPM activities as required
• Input Maintenance work orders into the Computerized Maintenance Management Software (SAP)
• Monitor processes, show an awareness of issues and demonstrate corrective actions to address those issues
• Perform weekly, monthly and as required preventive maintenance (PM)
• Perform root cause analysis for safety, quality, and processing issues
• Suggest ways to improve the efficiency and safety of our work and environment Comply with all company policies
• Must be able to fluently operate presses, robots and auxiliary equipment to diagnose malfunctions, and to verify repairs.
• Troubleshoots and locates the source of the problem by observing the operation of the equipment.
• Brainstorms with other maintenance personnel, and outside technical support as needed.
• Restores damaged or malfunctioning equipment to operation by repairing, replacing and or adjusting electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Controls down time by scheduling repairs with the Maintenance Manager.
• Maintains good communications with Maintenance Manager.
• Maintains ongoing list of projects with timeline to be addressed and completed.
• Assists other maintenance personnel as needed,
• Conserves maintenance resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. Ensures the work is completed with technical excellence, and in an efficient and cost-effective fashion.
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred/Required Education/Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Must have 3 or more years of experience in a technical, hands-on position
• Strong math, reading and communication skills required
• Experience with injection molding required
• Knowledge of PLC programming and troubleshooting (AB, Koyo, Omron, Mitsubishi, etc.)
• Experience in hydraulics and pneumatics required
• Computer skills, including Microsoft Office applications required and SAP experience preferred
• Ability to work independently from verbal and/or written instructions required
• Must understand Lean Manufacturing concepts
• Must be mechanically inclined and have the ability to use basic hand tools
• Must have strong hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Works in a clean manufacturing environment that may include moderate noise levels and required appropriate PPE and cleanroom apparel
• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs with repetitive movementsAbility to push and pull items
• Ability to stand and/or walk up to constantly during the shift
• Ability to climb up and down ladders

Why Join Nemera?

At Nemera, we prioritize patients when creating drug delivery devices, understanding that accurate dosing and ergonomics are crucial for treatment adherence. Joining Nemera means becoming part of a team that enjoys working together and consistently delivers on its commitments. We take pride in our work because it improves patients’ lives.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

POSITION RANGE:$25.00 - $40.00 USD Hourly (This is the range that we in good faith believe is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.)

Nemera is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class indication. This company is required by federal law to hire only persons who can establish they are eligible to work in the United States.

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