Pharmaceutical Engineering Technician (Packaging Mechanic)

Granules Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; Manassas (VA, UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Granules Consumer Health, LLC in Manassas, Virginia is seeking a Packaging Mechanic to perform set ups and routine maintenance on production lines, ensuring smooth operation and regulatory compliance. You will troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical systems, read manuals and schematics, and support packaging processes from bottle unscramblers to case packers.

The role requires 2+ years in bottle packaging maintenance, an associate degree or technical certificate, and familiarity with cGMP

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent technical training in mechanical/manufacturing
• 2+ years in mechanical maintenance of bottle packaging lines
• Experience in nutraceutical/food/pharma manufacturing
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics
• Knowledge of cGMP and safety standards

Responsibilities

• Perform adjustments, maintenance, and repairs on packaging equipment
• Set up/changeover of packaging machines and troubleshoot mechanical/electrical issues
• Conduct daily preventative maintenance on packaging lines and related equipment
• Inspect changeovers with diagnostic tools and document results
• Assist with equipment installations and repair work orders
• Read manuals and follow instructions; maintain logs and batch records
• Ensure quality and regulatory compliance; train packaging operators
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and proper gowning per SOPs

Skills

Teamwork

Blueprint reading

Electrical schematics

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

CGMP compliance

Reading/comprehension

Education

Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Technical training certificate

Tools

Multimeters

Process calibrators

Tachometers

Automated vision systems

CMMS

Calipers

Micrometer

VOM (Volt/Ohm Meter)

Job description

Granules Consumer Health, LLC is a subsidiary of Granules India LTD, a vertically integrated pharmaceutical company with headquarters in Hyderabad, India. Granules Consumer Health, LLC is located in Manassas, Virginia. We have over 106 employees and annual revenue of $76.64 million. We serve as Granules’ packaging facility and front-end division for private label over the counter (OTC) products in the US. We offer OTC generics that meet the highest level of quality at an affordable cost. As such, we are well-established on bulk supply through efficiencies garnered through manufacturing, integration and a high level of regulatory compliance. We are dedicated to excellence in manufacturing, quality, and customer service.

Job Summary:

Relocation assistance provided for non-local candidates

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 bottle packaging line, understand the correct set up and connection between components, and complete a set up/changeover within the expected time. The individual must be capable of operating multiple machines at one time and performing maintenance on a variety of equipment within the bottle line packaging area. Machines 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.

Responsibilities include but not limited

• 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.
• Inspect and evaluate changeover and set-up of packaging machines and packaging equipment with diagnostic and testing equipment including multimeters, process calibrators, tachometers, automated vision systems and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) applying theoretical and practical knowledge of mechanical engineering;
• 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 supervisio
• 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.

Requirements

Minimum Experience & Education Required

• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field; as an alternative, a technical training certificate or advanced diploma
• 2+ years' expereince in mechanical maintenance of Bottle packaging lines (troubleshooting, repairs, set-up, dissembly, etc.)
• 2+ years' experience in nutritional’s, supplements, food, and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing industries in a maintenance mechanic role for bottle packaging lines

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrates ability to work in a team and assist others.
• Ability to read, comprehend and where necessary complete items including a blueprint, an electrical schematic, operating and maintenance manuals, a work order, repair parts request, standard and metric tape measure, and other measuring equipment including a micrometer, a caliper, scale and VOM (Volt/Ohm Meter).
• Able to follow written instructions precisely and perform basic math calculations as required.
• Understands and is knowledgeable of cGMP, OSHA standards etc.
• Mechanically inclined to understand inner workings of equipment, must be able to disassemble, repair and troubleshoot machines.
• Demonstrates the ability to read and write basic English in order to be able to understand the industry regulated instruction sheets.
• PLC is a plus
• General PC proficiency

We believe in fair and transparent pay practices. Actual compensation is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, skills, and internal equity.

Salary Description

$36 - $42/Hour