Ops Mech I

Fareva Richmond Inc; Richmond (VA); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k) with matching

Dental, health, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Zusammenfassung

Fareva Richmond Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking skilled Operations Mechanics (Levels I-III) to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair pharmaceutical packaging equipment. This full-time role requires a high school diploma and 2+ years in manufacturing, with forklift certification within 6 months.

You will perform preventive maintenance, support production lines, document activities, and collaborate with a team across shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shifts, with overtime as needed.

Qualifikationen

• Minimum 2 years as a mechanic in a manufacturing environment.
• Forklift certification within 6 months of hire.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Aufgaben

• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair packaging equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and changeovers and assist in setup.
• Document maintenance, lubrication and repairs in logbooks.
• Support production with timely equipment availability.
• Train and mentor less-experienced mechanics.

Kenntnisse

Basic math

Computer skills

Follow instructions

Hand-eye coordination

Lift up to 50 lbs

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Operations Mechanic (Levels I - III)Location: Richmond, VAFareva is looking for skilled Operations Mechanics (Levels I - III) to join our team in Richmond, VA. This role involves operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing pharmaceutical packaging equipment to ensure smooth and efficient production.Job DescriptionAs an Operations Mechanic, you will:Operate, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a range of equipment used in pharmaceutical packaging.Perform routine maintenance, changeovers, cleaning, and equipment setup.Use advanced skills to enhance maintenance techniques and improve operational efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesSafety and Compliance: Follow cGMP, PPG, regulatory, and safety standards to maintain product quality and employee safety.Organization: Keep the work area clean and orderly, following PPG and 5S principles.Equipment Safety: Ensure all machine guards, interlocks, and safety devices are properly installed and maintained. Follow lockout procedures for equipment repairs.Repairs and Adjustments: Adjust or replace machine parts as needed for repairs or changeovers.Preventive Maintenance: Perform regular preventive maintenance and major overhauls to meet production standards across multiple production lines.Documentation: Record all maintenance, lubrication, and repairs in logbooks as part of the preventive maintenance program.Incident Reporting: Report any accidents, incidents, or hazards to supervisors immediately.Production Support: Occasionally operate or assist in operating packaging equipment to maintain production standards.Teamwork: Work collaboratively to maximize productivity, safety, and quality; assist and mentor less experienced mechanics.Training: Complete training on operations, documentation, safety, and cGMPs. Help train new employees.RequirementsEducation: High school diploma or equivalent.Experience: Minimum of 2 years as a mechanic, with required experience in a manufacturing environment.Certification: Must obtain forklift certification within 6 months.Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States.Skills:Basic math and computer skills.Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.Good hand-eye coordination.Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and handle containers weighing 50–100 lbs. (with equipment as needed).Work Conditions: May involve exposure to raw materials (pharmaceutical active ingredients), high temperatures, wet floors, and flammable or caustic substances. Personal protective equipment may be required.Shift Flexibility: Must be available for 2nd or 3rd shifts and willing to work off-shift and overtime as needed.Schedule8-hour shifts, including evening and night shiftsJob TypeFull-timeBenefits401(k) with matchingDental, health, and vision insuranceLife insurancePaid time offReferral program