Mechanic III

Pharmavite; United States; On-site; USD 74,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Pharmavite is seeking a Senior Mechanic to set up and maintain gummy and packaging production equipment. You’ll troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and facilities issues on highly automated systems.

Role emphasizes preventive maintenance, support for changeovers, and continuous improvement within the gummy operation, including kitchen, mogul, and CIP systems. High skill in diagnostics and fabrication is required.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical certification preferred or technical training beneficial.
• Minimum of four years in technical/maintenance in a production setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up gummy/packaging equipment and perform maintenance.
• Develop and execute preventive maintenance programs for mechanical and electrical systems.
• Support production run set-ups and changeovers on gummy equipment.
• Perform complex repairs and restorations of gummy/packaging lines.
• Maintain knowledge across kitchen/mogul/packaging equipment and documentation.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Fabrication

Industrial electricity

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma

Technical courses preferred

Tools

VOM Oscilloscope

IR Temperature Probe

Multimeter

Megger

Clamp Meter

PLC/HMI

DC/AC Drives

Servo Drives

Machining tools

Pneumatics & Hydraulics

Job description

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE.

Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You’ll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose – that’s Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.

This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.

Position Summary:

Responsible for performing a variety of skilled mechanic work to set up gummy/packaging operation production equipment, preventative maintenance, and complex mechanical and facilities repair. This is the senior level of the job family, and incumbents are expected to assume responsibility for troubleshooting and repairing the most complex mechanical, electrical, and facilities malfunctions. The focus of this role is the new gummy operation, which includes the kitchen, mogul, conditioning tunnels, starch conditioning equipment, packaging line, and CIP system. Focuses on understanding the operation, troubleshooting, and maintaining a highly automated and controls system-driven operation.

Responsibilities:

• Uses all necessary hand tools, portable power tools, machine tools, electrical/diagnostic equipment, programming understanding, fabricating equipment, and material handling equipment to support and make repairs to all gummy/packaging equipment which may include; facilities and equipment such as motors, pumps, conveyor belts, fans, etc.; examines equipment to diagnoses problems; disassembles machines and repairs/replaces broken parts; constructs new parts; adjusts functional parts of mechanical devices as necessary.
• Helps develop a detailed, preventative maintenance program on all gummy/packaging related equipment on both mechanical and electrical equipment. This includes daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual inspections and lubricating of all moving parts. Performs comprehensive preventive maintenance on all gummy equipment and identifies a predictive maintenance program to improve overall reliability of the equipment.
• Supports and completes production run set‑ups and changeovers on all gummy operations kitchen/mogul/packaging equipment as scheduled.
• Accomplishes special projects including participating in the planning and design, and then making new installations, modifications, and fabrications for gummy/packaging equipment.
• Responsible for the overhauls/rebuilds on all gummy/packaging related equipment.
• Develops and maintains knowledge ranging from proficient to extensive on all gummy/packaging related equipment in the kitchen/mogul/packaging line. This includes all industrial equipment used by Pharmavite.
• Reviews maintenance manuals for all gummy/packaging equipment when troubleshooting a problem or to learn how to repair something.
• Identifies needed parts and orders them, within approval limits, as necessary.
• Involved in Continuous Improvement teams and participates in initiating projects related to gummy operation to improve efficiency and reliability of the equipment.
• Develops training programs for all Mechanic I & II for gummy/packaging Maintenance program to ensure technical knowledge is developed in all Mechanic III positions on gummy equipment.
• Plans complex and long‑term projects, including materials and resource planning.
• Uses computerized maintenance management system to access information.
• Performs duties in compliance with standard operating and safety procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Education:

• A High School Diploma or its equivalent is required.
• Technology courses preferred.

Certification:

• Technical certification preferred or technical training at a Technical School.

Experience:

• Requires a minimum of four (4) years of related experience inTechnical/Maintenancepositions in a production environment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Skills that range from proficient to extensive in the setup, repair, and troubleshooting in industrial maintenance activities are included in the following categories: mechanical, industrial electricity, and fabrication (machining, welding, etc.).
• Demonstrated knowledge in administrative and electronics categories.
• High skill level in troubleshooting and, where no procedures exist, creating new methods to make repairs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Windows operating system and software applications (i.e., spreadsheets or databases).
• Fluent English skills to read/understand complex maintenance manuals, safety procedures, research technical publications for information, communicate with supervisors and others, and maintain routine records.
• Knowledge: VOM Oscilloscope IR Temperature Probe Multimeter Megger DC & AC Amperage Clamp Meter General tools AC Drives DC Drives Servo Drives PLC HMI Close loop control systems AC, DC, and Servo Motors Drill Grinder Pneumatics Hydraulics Valves Vacuum pumps Lubrication systems Lathe Mill.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand/walk and perform physical labor for most of the working shift.
• Pull, push, squat, etc. to accomplish repairs.
• Intermittently lift loads of up to 50 pounds.

Environment:

• Intermittent exposure to noise levels loud enough to require the use of hearing protection.
• Warm or cold temperature levels, fumes, vibration, dust, etc. sufficient to cause minor discomfort.
• The employee will wear a uniform, hair net, safety glasses, earplugs, steel‑toed shoes, dust mask, respirator, protective gloves, and back support, as necessary.

OUR OFFER

Here, career paths aren’t predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don’t exist – you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team – to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization.

Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that’s as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being – as well as peace of mind. These rewards – plus our new recognition program – ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

The salary range for this position is $74,000.00 - $124,000.00.

Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications, and job‑related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws.

Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits

Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non‑exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity to meet the needs of our business, Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime.

Voluntary overtime requested by non‑exempt employees must be approved in advance by the employee’s supervisor.

Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. Weprohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmaviterecruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensatesindividuals solely based on job‑related qualifications and abilities.

Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email [e-mail].

CALIFORNIA FAIR CHANCE ACT:

Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

DISCLOSURE:

Any misrepresentations or false statements during the application process, including regarding U.S. work authorization and/or the need for immigration sponsorship or support, may result in the rejection of candidacy or the termination of employment.