Production Support I/ Set-Up Mechanic I

Mindlance; Dunwoody (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A national staffing firm is seeking a Set-Up Mechanic in Dunwoody, GA. This role involves performing preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of packaging equipment, and requires skills in mechanical operations and knowledge of regulatory requirements. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment. The position requires working from 11:00 pm to 7:30 am, offering opportunities to contribute to process efficiency and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year as a Set-Up Mechanic in a manufacturing environment.
• High School diploma supplemented by vocational training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct monthly preventative maintenance on packaging equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair packaging and processing equipment.
• Perform packaging line set-ups and changeovers.

Skills

Troubleshooting packaging equipment

Preventative maintenance

Mechanical aptitude

Understanding of cGMP and FDA

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Mindlance is a minority-owned, national staffing firm specializing in Technology, Engineering, Scientific, Clinical, Financial and Professional skills. With a team of over 100 service delivery professionals spread over 10 locations, we serve contract and perm staffing needs of over 40 Fortune 1000 direct clients and leading MSP and VMS providers.

Job Description

Work schedule: Monday – Friday; 11:00 pm to 7:30 am (3rd shift)

Summary: Under general supervision, performs journey-level preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of packaging equipment and systems, and conducts line changeovers and mechanical set-up of all equipment in accordance with packaging schedule.

Essential Job Functions: This is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

• Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies, procedures, and state, federal and local laws.
• Conducts required monthly preventative maintenance on all packaging equipment.
• Performs troubleshooting and repairs of packaging and processing equipment and mechanical and control systems.
• Performs scheduled and other maintenance of all packaging equipment.
• Performs packaging line set-ups and changeovers, when needed or required.
• Complies with all company equipment, safety, OSHA rules and regulations.
• Complies with all company policies and procedures.
• Maintains maintenance work areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Supports department goals for output and efficiencies.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of:

• Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and other regulatory requirements.
• Packaging and processing equipment operations and maintenance practices.
• Standard Operating Procedures for equipment operations including safety rules and regulations.
• Preventative maintenance programs and techniques.
• Electrical and pneumatic control systems.
• Mechanical aptitude and mathematics.
• Troubleshooting minor problems with packaging equipment.

Skill in:

• Complying with all Company policies and procedures.
• Complying with all Company safety rules and regulations, recognizing hazards and taking appropriate corrective action.
• Analyzing and troubleshooting problems with packaging equipment, identifying solutions, recommending and implementing methods, procedures, and/or techniques for resolution.
• Performing all packaging line set-ups and changeovers.
• Responding immediately to department needs and emergencies.
• Performing preventative maintenance on all packaging equipment.
• Maintaining a clean and orderly work area.
• Understanding and following written and oral instructions.
• Reading, writing and speaking English.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with individuals contacted in the course of work.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Incumbents in this class are subject to extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, pushing and pulling, stooping and crouching climbing and walking, vision to monitor, occasional lifting of equipment or materials weighing up to 50-70 pounds. OSHA Medical Evaluation Required.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent, supplemented by hands‑on or vocational school training, and minimum of one (1) or more years as a Set‑Up Mechanic in a manufacturing environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.