PRODUCTION MECHANIC II

Charm Sciences, Inc.; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Charm Sciences, Inc. is seeking a Production Mechanic II to ensure smooth operation of production machinery through preventive maintenance and skilled mechanical work.

The role reports to the Charm Management team and focuses on keeping equipment running and products within specification. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, at least five years in manufacturing, and strong mechanical troubleshooting abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and maintenance skills essential.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals.
• Strong multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure operation of machinery and equipment by performing preventive maintenance.
• Operate and monitor production lines to ensure product quality and conformance.
• Adjust machine components per processing requirements.
• Clean, set up and prepare machines for daily production and changeovers.
• Stop or reset machines during malfunctions and report major issues.

Skills

High school diploma

5+ years manufacturing

Mechanical troubleshooting

Multitasking

Reading technical manuals

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Production Mechanic II is a non-exempt, skilled level position that reports to the Charm’s Management team. The Production Mechanic II is primarily responsible for ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance on production machines.

Description

The Production Mechanic II is a non-exempt, skilled level position that reports to the Charm’s Management team. The Production Mechanic II is primarily responsible for ensuring operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventative maintenance on production machines.

The pay range for this position is $25.25 to $37.00 per hour. Compensation will be determined based on education, experience, and other factors in accordance with applicable laws.

Essential Functions

• Ensures operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on production machines, motors, pneumatic systems, and conveyor systems; following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications; troubleshooting malfunctions.
• Operate and observe machine operations to ensure quality and conformity of packaged products to standards.
• Adjust machine components according to processing requirements.
• Clean and set up machines for daily and in process production, change tape, plastic, Robot setting.
• When needed, keep product within specification.
• Stop or reset machines when malfunctions occur, clear machine jams, troubleshoot smaller machine issues and report major issues to supervisor.
• Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical troubleshooting skills as well as maintenance skills needed.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals.

Preferred

• Basic electrical troubleshooting skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Clean room experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Diligent, dependable, and reliable.
• Self-Motivated.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands to touch and handle objects on a routine basis, use various tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.
• Ability to stoop, kneel crouch or crawl on a regular basis – occasionally for extended periods of time.
• Able to sit or stand for an extended length of time at a computer, bench, or piece of equipment.
• Able to lift to 50 pounds occasionally.
• High levels of stress often occur; must be able to work under the pressure of tight deadlines.