Senior Set-Up Mechanic

Amneal Pharmaceuticals; Branchburg Township (NJ); On-site; USD 39,950 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching contribution

Health and insurance benefits

Well-being support programs

Job summary

Amneal Pharmaceuticals in Branchburg Township, NJ is seeking a qualified Set Up Mechanic II to serve as a subject matter expert for packaging resources. Responsibilities include setting up and troubleshooting packaging equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and performing preventative maintenance.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical maintenance, along with a high school diploma or GED. A comprehensive benefits program is offered, including health insurance and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in manufacturing or pharmaceutical maintenance repair.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and regulations.
• Experience with packaging equipment operations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and troubleshoot packaging equipment.
• Perform emergency repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with packaging changeovers and maintain inventory.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical issues

Knowledge of GMP and SOP

Preventative maintenance skills

Experience with Track and Trace systems

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Set Up mechanic II will serve as the subject matter expert for their packaging resource. Daily duties include the Set-up, changeover, troubleshooting and efficient operation of packaging equipment while adhering to safety protocols. They are responsible for all specialized maintenance, repair and reliability of the packaging and filling machinery. In addition, they will support other areas of the business as required/assigned.

Essential Functions

• Follow GMP and SOP guidelines. Follow and comply with safety/OSHA/FDA regulations in completing job duties. Provide emergency or unscheduled repairs on packaging equipment. Perform minor troubleshooting of electrical/mechanical issues.
• Check with operations for packaging schedule and any related changeovers. Ensure change parts are cleaned, and install change parts and set up the bottle unscrambler/capper machine, adjust guide rails as per bottle size.
• Check set up of slat counter and powder fillers. Check parameters in slat counter and powder fillers HMI and adjust if required.
• Setup and operation of label machine, induction seal machine, outset machine and cap torque as per the PBR.
• Assist other maintenance staff in completing special projects or maintenance work as needed. Assist operations for line qualification/equipment qualification IQ/OQ/PQ.
• Check and maintain inventory of fast‑moving spare parts of the packaging equipment.
• Have knowledge of Track and Trace system on the label machine, 360 station, Aggregation and Pallet station.
• Check and perform preventative maintenance as required/scheduled.
• Set the automatic cap rejection center for high/crooked and no cap foil rejection as per bottle size.

Additional Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• High School or GED – Required

Experience

• 5 years or more in Manufacturing, pharmaceutical, maintenance repair.

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $29.00 to $38.00 per hour. Additional short-term incentive opportunities may be offered within the first 12 months.

Amneal offers a comprehensive, flexible benefits program for eligible positions, including health and insurance benefits, a 401(k) matching contribution, and programs that support employee well-being.

About Us

Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, liability for service in the U.S. Armed Forces or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.