Packaging Equipment & Maintenance Supervisor

Tris Pharma, Inc; South Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus eligible

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with match

Paid holidays

PTO

Volunteer time

Job summary

Tris Pharma, Inc. in Monmouth Junction, New Jersey, is seeking a Packaging Equipment & Maintenance Supervisor on 1st shift to lead and develop the packaging maintenance team.

The role covers troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and upgrades of fillers, capper, labelers, cartoners, and more, ensuring cGMP and FDA compliance.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent with 6+ years in a cGMP pharma/biotech setting.
• Strong PLC and equipment electrical troubleshooting knowledge.
• Experience supervising packaging maintenance in a pharmaceutical/manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise packaging mechanics to ensure efficient packaging operations.
• Lead troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance of packaging equipment.
• Plan staffing, safety, and scheduling to meet manufacturing deadlines.
• Manage capital and continuous improvement projects.
• Perform root cause analysis on equipment failures and investigations.
• Enforce safety and SOP compliance.
• Back-up for mechanics and mentor staff.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, SOPs, and FDA requirements.

Skills

Maintenance supervision

Troubleshooting

PLC knowledge

cGMP compliance

Team leadership

Safety standards

Documentation reading

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

Tools

PLC programming

BMS (Building Management System)

Electrical troubleshooting

Job description

Tris Pharma, Inc. (www.trispharma.com) is a leading privately‑owned biopharmaceutical company in the U.S. with a focus on development and commercialization of innovative medicines that address unmet patient needs. We have more than 150 U.S. and international patents, including applications, and have marketed several branded and generic products in the U.S., licensed our products in the U.S. and international markets, and have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology.

Our science and technology make us unique, but it is our team members that set us apart; they are the engine that fuels Tris' passion and innovation. Tris colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in the company's success. But of equal importance to each member of the team is how we interact with one another on a daily basis. We believe in each other, and we believe in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success.

Located in Monmouth Junction, New Jersey, Tris Pharma has an immediate opening for a Packaging Equipment & Maintenance Supervisor on 1st shift.

Hours are Monday-Thursday 10‑hour shift.

DESCRIPTION

The Packaging Equipment and Maintenance Supervisor will supervise, support, and assist Packaging Mechanics to ensure efficient packaging of goods by performing packaging equipment maintenance including, but not limited to: troubleshooting, repair, upgrade, preventive maintenance (PM), etc. on various types of packaging equipment including fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc., in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements.

The incumbent manages day‑to‑day maintenance, safety, scheduling, compliance and training activities to meet manufacturing requirements, including deadlines and scheduled activities. She/he is also responsible for adequate staffing of the department and for providing support and guidance to team members.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Technically supports/guides mechanics in troubleshooting of equipment and assigned tasks; organizes daily schedules and assigns personnel to various workspaces to meet schedule demand.
• Responsible for all aspects of packaging equipment maintenance while complying with cGMP, SOPs and FDA requirements.
• Supervises routine and complex work‑related events for the troubleshooting, repair and upgrade of packaging equipment.
• Responsible for preventive maintenance (PM), repair and continuous improvement of packaging equipment.
• Executes capital and continuous improvement projects utilizing internal and external resources.
• Performs root cause analysis on equipment failures to support investigations; reports and investigates any deviations from processes or procedures.
• Establishes and enforces operating and safety standards and procedures for maintenance services and repair.
• Possesses total comprehension and working knowledge of packaging equipment, systems, and processes in designated areas.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintains compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Serves as back‑up in absence of mechanics, as needed.
• Supervises, coaches and mentors direct reports and contingent employees.

REQUIREMENTS

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Associates degree or equivalent and minimum 6 years experience in a cGMP regulated environment in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology facilities, engineering, packaging and/or manufacturing department(s) in positions of increasing technical and supervisory responsibility, OR combination of education and related hands‑on experience working in a cGMP regulated environment in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology facilities, engineering, packaging and/or manufacturing department(s) in positions of increasing technical and supervisory responsibility. Strong knowledge of PLC and equipment electrical troubleshooting.

Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required

• Strong working knowledge of Food and Drug Administration (FDA), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), SOPs and regulatory rules, regulations and guidelines.
• Strong hands‑on experience operating, maintaining, overseeing and repairing various makes and models of packaging equipment.
• Working knowledge of various Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) programming and Building Management System (BMS) application.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as safety and environmental policies, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, etc.
• Basic PC skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast‑paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members.
• Problem‑solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Planning, organization and time‑management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects.
• Fluent in English (verbal and written).
• Ability and willingness to work additional hours as required by business needs.

Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates preferred

• People management or supervisory experience.

Travel requirements

0%

Physical requirements

• Manufacturing based position.
• Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Anticipated salary range: $90,000 to $120,000/yr. Base salary offered is contingent on assessment of candidate's education and experience level relative to requirements of the position and a review of related industry standards and internal equity.

Additional benefits: In addition to base salary, full‑time employees are also eligible for incentives, including, but not limited to: bonus eligible, medical, dental, vision, Rx insurance, 401K with match, life insurance, paid company holidays, PTO, paid volunteer time and employee resource groups.

Tris Pharma, Inc. offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package. To build and enhance our diverse workforce, we encourage applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, women, LGBTQ, etc. Tris Pharma, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.