Mechanic (49788)

Best Formulations Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the nutraceutical sector is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic 3 to ensure manufacturing equipment operates efficiently and safely. This position involves providing technical support, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining a clean work environment while adhering to safety guidelines. Applicants should have significant experience in mechanical maintenance and be able to perform essential duties effectively.

Benefits

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance

Health & Wellness programs

Generous time off for vacations

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of related maintenance and mechanical experience.
• Vocational training is preferred.
• Experience in an FDA-regulated industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain production equipment and ensure operational safety.
• Complete preventative and corrective maintenance tasks.
• Respond to troubleshooting requests to restore operational efficiency.

Skills

Technical Support

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent GED

Vocational or trade school with certifications

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Radecki - City of Industry, CA

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School/GED

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Job Shift: 1st Shift

Description

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED Certificate; and

• Vocational or trade school with certifications or apprenticeship training preferred;

• Experience in an FDA-regulated industry is preferred

• Minimum of four (4) years of related maintenance and mechanical experience; or

• Any combination of experience, education, and training that provides the level of knowledge, skills, and experience needed to successfully perform the job.

Work 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 match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Pet Insurance
• Health & Wellness programs
• Generous time off for vacations

More 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: $24.00 - $29.00 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 Statement

Best 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**