Packaging Mechanic

SINIM Bridge Corp.; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company is seeking a Packaging Mechanic responsible for maintenance and setups on production lines. The ideal candidate should have experience in bottle packaging lines, understand equipment setups, and be able to perform complex maintenance tasks. Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least three years of relevant maintenance experience. This role offers a full-time position with a salary range of $60,000.00 to $85,000.00 per year.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in maintenance of bottle packaging lines.
• 2+ years in packaging mechanics.
• Familiarity with various packaging machines.

Responsibilities

• Perform adjustments, maintenance, and repairs to equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical systems.
• Assist in equipment installations.

Skills

Maintenance of bottle packaging lines

Experience in pharma, food, nutraceuticals, cosmetics

Basic English Communication

Basic knowledge of packaging equipment

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High school graduate or GED equivalent

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

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About the Role

The Packaging Mechanic is responsible for set ups and maintenance tasks on assigned production lines to ensure its smooth operation. The Packaging Mechanic must be knowledgeable about each individual component of a packaging line, understand the correct set up and connection between components, and complete a set up/changeover within the expected time. The person must be capable of operating multiple like machines at one time and learning to operate a variety of equipment within the packaging area. Machine could include bottle unscrambler, electronic tablet counter, slat filler, capper, cap induction sealer, labeler, neck/body bander, heat shrink tunnel, pack off table, accumulation table, cartoner, QR code printers, Tray/Case Forming, Case Packer, Case Taper, and dust collectors.

Must Have Skills

• At least 3 years in Maintenance of bottle packaging lines (repairs, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting).
• 2+ years' experience in pharma, food, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, and manufacturing. In a maintenance mechanic role for bottle packaging lines.
• Basic English Communication (reading & speaking).
• Bottle packaging line includes equipment such as: bottle unscramble, electronic tablet counter, slat filler, capper, cap induction sealer, labeler, neck/body bander, heat shrink tunnel, pack off table, accumulation table, cartoner, QR code printers, Tray/Case Forming, Case Packer, Case Taper, and dust collectors.
• High school graduate or GED equivalent
• 2+ years in packaging mechanics

Areas of Responsibility

Perform moderate to complex adjustments, maintenance, and repairs to packaging and pneumatic equipment.

Perform changeover and set-up of packaging machines as well as troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical systems and make appropriate repairs to machines.

Perform daily preventative maintenance on plant equipment such as packaging equipment, conveyors, and compressors.

Assist on equipment installations within the plant structure. Complete work orders to repair machinery.

Read and interpret equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service.

Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test and adjust.

Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.

Set up full line configurations of multiple pieces of equipment, independently.

Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.

Ensures full compliance with Company policies, procedures, cGMP’s, Ethical Business Practice, and SOPs at all times. Ensures documentation such as operation logs, batch records, etc. are fully completed, signed and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Ensures that product meets applicable quality standards. This includes inspection for quality during operation and performing all required sampling and testing.

Guides and coaches Packaging Operators in the safe and effective operation of packaging line machines. This includes training to set assist with breakdown and cleaning /sanitation of the machine parts and components.

Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to ensure integrity of the product as per SOP’s, cGMP’s and company policies.

Follows all safety rules and procedures and observes the operations to insure a safe environment.

Assists with other mechanical or maintenance needs of the building as required.

Maintains regular and punctual attendance.

Works extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.

Other duties as assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

Perform other job-related duties as assigned at the discretion of management.

Physical Requirements / Working Environment

Physical Requirements (lifting, etc.)

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.; occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.

Must stand and walk on production floor a minimum of 7 hours per shift.

Uses hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects or controls, lifting to waist height and/or above shoulder height, frequent bending from waist, or squatting, walking short distances.

Occasionally works from a rolling ladder or step stool, must be able to lean over equipment as well as kneeling on the floor to clean under the equipment.

Must be able wear all PPE including lab coat, face mask, booties, gloves, safety glasses/goggles, safety shoe, and respirators.

Work Environment (Office, Warehouse, temperature extremes, etc.)

Work is regularly performed inside a manufacturing environment where temperatures can be moderate, exposure to dust, odors, noise, and fumes. The noise level is usually moderate. Employee can be exposed daily to chemicals and cleaning agents.

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Management and Quality Assurance

Industries

Financial Services, Insurance, and Manufacturing

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