Mechanic - 1st Shift

Shiseido Company, Limited; Windsor, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Volunteer Days

Paid Company Holidays

401K with 6% Company Match

Internal & International Mobility

Product Discounts & Annual Gratis

Employee Led Affinity Groups

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Shiseido Americas is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic (1st Shift) to support daily production and packaging operations. You will maintain equipment, perform changes and troubleshoot to minimize downtime, while upholding safety and regulatory standards.

The role requires 7+ years in a GMP environment and a strong mechanical background with PLC knowledge. The position emphasizes teamwork, communication in English, and a focus on quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with trade/vocational/apprentice training.
• 7+ years in GMP environment (cosmetic/ pharma/ consumer goods).
• Mechanical background with knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
• Familiar with packaging filling and assembly equipment; bulk manufacturing optional.
• Electrical troubleshooting and PLC programming knowledge.
• Basic machine shop skills; good English communication.

Responsibilities

• Set-ups or changeovers of equipment to support daily production schedule.
• Troubleshoot and repair production lines to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventive/predictive maintenance on filling and packaging equipment and bulk manufacturing equipment.
• Assist in measuring and improving OEE for primary filling/packaging lines.
• Maintain safety certifications and adhere to lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Collaborate with peers and management to meet goals.

Skills

GMP experience

Mechanical repair

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC programming

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Team leadership

Education

High School diploma with trade/vocational/apprentice training

Tools

Mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic systems

Job description

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Mechanic - 1st Shift

Date: Aug 31, 2026

Location: East Windsor

Your Dreams, Our Future.

Join the dynamic and diverse team at Shiseido Americas, a subsidiary of the world-renowned Shiseido Company Limited. Be a part of a portfolio of prestige beauty brands which includes Clé de Peau Beauté, Drunk Elephant, Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare, NARS, SHISEIDO and several prestige fragrance brands including Issey Miyake, Narciso Rodriguez and Tory Burch. At Shiseido Americas we value and celebrate human diversity, with a rich tapestry of employees from all backgrounds and experiences.

Headquartered in New York City with US offices and facilities located in New Jersey, Ohio, Texas and Florida, Shiseido Americas employs over 2,000 individuals in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Shiseido Americas is a hub of talent and innovation. Be inspired by the array of skills, knowledge, and integrity of your colleagues, and join our driving force as Shiseido continues its pursuit of beauty innovations for a better world.

At Shiseido Americas, we focus on our people. We strive to foster a collaborative workplace culture where creative thinking, inclusivity and unique diverse perspectives are celebrated in order to drive success for both our employees and the company as a whole. By prioritizing our team and promoting an open-minded environment, we push the boundaries of what's possible and bring new ideas to life.

WHERE YOU WILL WORK:

Without compromising our steadfast commitment to Quality, Safety and Sustainability our manufacturing and packaging facility produces in excess of 70MM units per year. This is a demonstration of our can-do attitude, collaborative spirit, focus on innovation and continuous improvement mindset. Always People First!

JOB SUMMARY

The primary responsibility of the Maintenance Mechanic is to effectively support daily production packaging or manufacturing operations and to maintain equipment in proper working order.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• You will perform set-ups or product changeovers of equipment when necessary to support the daily Production schedule.
• You will troubleshoot and repair Production packaging lines in an efficient and safe manner as needed to minimize downtime.
• You will perform preventative or predictive maintenance program for Production filling and packaging equipment and/or Bulk Manufacturing batching (compounding) equipment and complete necessary documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.
• You will support efforts to measure and improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) for primary filling and packaging equipment.
• You will provide effective communication with peers and management, ensure company goals and objectives are supported.
• You will facilitate and support a safe working environment and maintain all safety certifications and training requirements, including lock-out/tag-out.
• You will perform other related duties as assigned.

WHO YOU ARE

• You are a High School graduate with a trade school, vocational school, or apprentice program training.
• You are experienced with 7+ years in a GMP environment required (cosmetic, personal care, pharmaceutical, food industry, or related consumer goods)
• You have a mechanical background for mechanical repair, with advanced knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and equipment.
• You have familiarity with packaging filling and assembly equipment. Familiarity with bulk manufacturing (batching) equipment is a plus.
• You have working knowledge for troubleshooting electrical systems.
• You have working knowledge for PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• You have a working knowledge of basic machine shop equipment.
• You can communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
• You are a positive leader with interpersonal skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical requirements below describe activities that may be needed to successfully perform this job. These requirements are provided to help applicants understand the typical physical expectations of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Employees must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the area of work or tasks being performed. Required PPE may include, but is not limited to, eye protection, hearing protection, safety shoes, gloves, or additional protective clothing.

Physical Activity

Frequency

Standing

Over 2/3

Walking

1/3 to 2/3

Under 1/3

Use hands to finger, handle or feel

Over 2/3

Reach with hands and arms

Over 2/3

Stoop, Kneel, Crouch, or Crawl

1/3 to 2/3

Lifting/Carrying Requirement

Frequency

Up to 10 pounds

Over 2/3

Up to 25 pounds

1/3 to 2/3

Up to 50 pounds

Under 1/3

Your Dreams. Our Future.

The hourly rate for this position may vary based on geographic location. Pay is based on several factors including knowledge, education, skills, and experience. In addition to base pay, we may offer additional forms of compensation as part of a total compensation package, including a discretionary annual bonus in addition to a full range of benefits.

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You may be asked to perform other duties needed to help drive to our vision, fulfill our mission and abide by our organization’s values.

What We Can Offer You

At Shiseido Americas, our pride extends beyond our rich legacy to our passionate and talented team that brings it to life every day. We recognize that without our people, innovation would not be possible. That's why we go above and beyond with our comprehensive benefits program to recognize our employees. With an array of options designed to give our employees peace of mind, our perks & benefits program is more than just a perk – it's an investment in our people's futures. Whether you're looking for comprehensive health coverage, retirement savings, or paid time off, our benefits have you covered! Check out a list of our Benefits and Perks offerings:

• Life and Disability Insurance
• Paid Volunteer Days
• Paid Company Holidays
• 401K with 6% Company Match
• Internal & International Mobility
• Product Discounts & Annual Gratis
• Employee Led Affinity Groups
• Tuition Reimbursement

Shiseido is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other classification protected by Federal, State or Local law

Salary (Min-Max): $27.38-$37.65

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