Repair & Maintenance Mechanic - 2nd Shift

Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC in New Jersey seeks a Maintenance Technician to keep production equipment operating efficiently. You will perform repairs and preventive maintenance across mechanical, electrical and sheet metal systems, using blueprints, wiring diagrams and drawings in a manufacturing setting.

The role requires 3+ years in machine and equipment repair, electrical, sheet metal fabrication, with a high school diploma or technical training.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment with accuracy and speed.
• Ability to coordinate programs, prepare reports and maintain records.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and performs preventive maintenance as per manufacturers' specifications.
• Repairs equipment, utilities and systems as assigned by supervisor.
• Electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, and mechanical repairs; determine materials and supplies.
• Train maintenance personnel for productivity.
• Maintain equipment manuals, warranties, and inventories.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma

Trade/Technical Certification

Job description

Description

This position supports Operations Department objectives by keeping production equipment operating efficiently. Performs repairs and maintenance on machines and equipment. Typically performs work in one or more of the maintenance trades: machine and equipment repair, electrical, sheet metal fabrication. Uses hand and power tools. Tests, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs machines and equipment. Uses blueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications. The ability to work with both management and production supervision to achieve the company's production goals. This position works both indoors in an office and manufacturing setting and outdoors in a manufacturing environment. This position also requires occasional travel by car. This position is occasionally exposed to fumes, gas, oil, grease and dirt. This position occasionally is exposed to the risk of electrical shock. A moderate to loud noise level is typical for the work environment. This position requires constant standing, walking and use of hands and fingers and frequent talking and hearing. This position also requires occasional sitting, stooping, kneeling and crouching. Incumbent must be able to frequently lift and carry up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and carry up to 70 pounds.

Essential Functions

• Monitors and performs preventative maintenance to assure cost-effective maintenance and a scheduled maintenance program to provide maintenance by manufacturers' specifications.
• Performs repair work on equipment, utilities and systems as assigned by supervisor.
• Performs electrical troubleshooting, PLCs, as well as mechanical. Determines material, equipment, and supplies to be used.
• Trains maintenance personnel for maximum productivity.
• Maintains all equipment manuals, equipment warranties, and tool inventories.
• Reviews work orders to ensure proper documentation.
• Directs mechanics in the use of safety equipment and procedures.
• Performs other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Education

• High School or GED - Required
• Vocational / Technical Machine and equipment repair, electrical, sheet metal fabrication - Preferred

Experience

• 3 years or more in 3 -5 years experience in machine and equipment repair, electrical, sheet metal fabrication

Skills

• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose and repair equipment with accuracy and speed; ability to create effective working relationships with employees. Ability to coordinate programs, prepare reports and maintain accurate records. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. - Intermediate

Specialized Knowledge

• Knowledge of methods, techniques and procedures involved in maintenance repairs and replacement. Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and corresponding safety precautions necessary for the safe performance of assigned duties. Basic knowledge of electronics, pneumatics, mechanics, hydraulics, and structural maintenance. Some knowledge of PLC.

The hourly base salary for this position is $25.00 - $35.00 per hour. Amneal ranges reflect the Company's good faith estimate of base salary that Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, geographic location and other relevant skills. At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above-market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement. We also promote employee well-being with programs that helps you enjoy your career alongside life's many other commitments and opportunities.

Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail] . Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.