Production Mechanic 1

Zoetis, Inc; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 60,460,000 - 99,430,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401K plan with match

4 weeks of vacation

Job summary

Zoetis, Inc. in Union City, CA is seeking a Production Mechanic 1 (PM1). The role focuses on performing routine preventive maintenance and basic repairs while continuing to learn advanced maintenance procedures. You will document work and follow safety, quality, and GDP standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–3 years of hands-on maintenance experience and are eager to learn new equipment, repair techniques, and procedures. A high school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years hands-on maintenance experience.
• Basic knowledge of mechanical/electrical systems and documentation.
• Ability to follow SOPs/DOPs and GDP practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine preventive maintenance on production equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic issues.
• Document PMs and repairs accurately using GDP.
• Keep work areas clean and organized.
• Collaborate with team to achieve site goals.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematic reading

MS Office (Excel/Outlook/Word)

Communication

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

SolidWorks

Job description

Role Description

Purpose of Job

Production Mechanic 1 (PM1) is an entry-level maintenance position whose primary purpose is to perform routine preventative maintenances (PMs) and basic mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic repairs while continuing to learn more advanced maintenance procedures and troubleshooting. A PM1 is accountable for following all safety, production, quality, and maintenance procedures, using good documentation practices (GDP), and verifying assigned PMs are done on time.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Work safely and follows all applicable site safety regulations and procedures.
• Follow all applicable procedures including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Detailed Operating Procedures (DOPs).
• Follow good documentation practices (GDP) while documenting preventative maintenance (PM) and repairs.
• Perform assigned PMs on or before the due date.
• Quickly initiate equipment repairs/troubleshooting when requested by our internal customers.
• Escalate major equipment problems to senior mechanics, management, and/or engineering.
• Self-driven: seek additional training/tasks when daily assignments are complete.
• Keep production and shop areas clean and organized after maintenance activities are complete.
• Identify areas for Continuous Improvement (CI) and participate in implementing the resulting CI projects.
• Log equipment downtime and repairs to track reoccurring equipment issues.
• Work as part of team to achieve department/site goals.
• Focus on customer service when interacting with our internal customers (production, quality, and engineering).
• Adhere to Zoetis standards, guidelines, and values.

Required Skills

• Strong hands-on equipment repair or fabrication background.
• Mechanical and minor electrical troubleshooting, including instrument use (multimeters, etc.)
• Familiarity with automated equipment (robotic arms, PLCs, etc.)
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, & Word.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new equipment, repair techniques, software, systems, and procedures.

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and electrical & pneumatic schematics.
• Experience working in an FDA regulated environment.
• Basic knowledge of SolidWorks.

Educational Requirements

Highschool diploma or GED (technical degree or certification preferred)

Experience Requirements

1-3 years of hands-on maintenance experience

Physical Requirements

Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Additionally, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as protective eyewear, protected-toe shoes, and respirators, may be required based on area safety procedures/requirements. Reliable attendance and the ability to work the scheduled shift, including overtime, are essential functions of this role.

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $21.10 to $34.70. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation.

Visit zoetisbenefits.com to learn more.

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Zoetis employees, or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.

Notice: Zoetis Recruiters will contact candidates via email from an address ending in @zoetis.com and may also initially connect with candidates through LinkedIn, including LinkedIn InMail. Zoetis does not use Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, or other web-based/generic email domains to communicate about job opportunities, interviews, or offers of employment. If you receive a recruitment-related email message claiming to be from Zoetis that does not come from @zoetis.com, please treat it as suspicious. For your security, do not reply, click links, open attachments, share personal or financial information, or send money in response to unexpected or questionable recruitment communications.

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at [e-mail] to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act.