Packaging Mechanic: Expert Line Maintenance & Setup

VLink Inc

Manassas (VA)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 76,000

Full time

8 hours ago

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Job summary

VLink Inc. is seeking a Packaging Mechanic to lead setup, changeovers, and preventive maintenance for bottle packaging lines. The role requires mechanical strength, basic electrical troubleshooting, and the ability to independently configure multiple machines.

Join our global team with a track record of serving Fortune-250 clients and a strong focus on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement. This on-site position offers opportunities for growth within a diverse, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

Strong mechanical and basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of packaging equipment and line configurations.
Ability to independently configure and maintain multiple machines across a production line.

Responsibilities

Perform moderate to complex mechanical adjustments, repairs, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on bottle packaging and pneumatic equipment.
Perform machine setup and changeovers, including full-line configuration of multiple packaging machines independently.
Troubleshoot and repair mechanical and basic electrical systems and identify equipment failures to minimize production downtime.
Maintain and troubleshoot equipment including bottle unscramblers, tablet counters, fillers, cappers, induction sealers, labelers, banders, shrink tunnels, conveyors, cartoners, case packers, case tapers, and dust collectors.
Perform daily preventive and predictive maintenance on packaging equipment, conveyors, compressors, and related plant machinery.
Use diagnostic equipment such as multimeters/VOMs, process calibrators, tachometers, automated vision systems, CMMS, micrometers, and calipers to inspect and troubleshoot equipment.
Read and interpret blueprints, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, maintenance procedures, and work orders to complete repairs and maintenance activities.
Diagnose equipment problems, disassemble machinery, replace or repair components, test equipment, and make necessary adjustments.
Assist with equipment installations, modifications, and facility mechanical maintenance as required.
Complete maintenance work orders and accurately document repairs, inspections, machine adjustments, and preventive maintenance activities.
Identify faulty operations, defective materials, and unusual equipment conditions and promptly communicate issues to appropriate supervision.