Set Up Technician l - 3rd Shift

Nutramax Laboratories; Lancaster (AZ); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutramax Laboratories is seeking a Setup Technician I to join the Packaging team. You will set up plant equipment per instructions, work to meet production goals, and collaborate with maintenance to keep lines running in a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities include setting up packaging equipment, performing preventive maintenance, documenting work orders, and adhering to SOPs and safety standards while pushing for zero defects and on-time performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 3 years of mechanic experience in a GMP/pharma environment.
• 2 years of an Industrial Maintenance Program is a plus.
• Experience with preventive maintenance and working to SOPs in a GMP setting.

Responsibilities

• Set-up/operate pharmaceutical-processing/packaging equipment per procedures and cGMP.
• Perform preventive maintenance and PMs to keep machines at peak efficiency.
• Create and report Work Orders for safe, productive packaging lines.
• Collaborate with maintenance to ensure equipment is in proper working condition.
• Adhere to SOPs and safety precautions; work overtime as needed.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Fast pace

Education

High school diploma or GED

3 years mechanic experience in GMP/pharma

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Description

The Setup Technician I will report to the Packaging Supervisor. The Setup Technician I will act upon specific written and/or verbal instructions furnished by the Packaging Supervisor to set-up plant equipment correctly for operation and effectively use time to meet company goals.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Set-up/operate pharmaceutical-processing/packaging equipment in conformance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), clean rooms and equipment according to standard procedures and perform varied preventive maintenance duties.
• Performing set-up and adjustments to manufacturing/packaging equipment to ensure assigned machines run at peak efficiency and operations are within the cGMP guidelines and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)..
• Set-up/operate miscellaneous related equipment, repair and/or report defects.
• Will work directly with maintenance to ensure that all equipment is in proper working/running condition with no Quality Errors.
• Complete PMs in the Packaging area, as scheduled by the CMMS Program.
• Create Work Orders to maintain a Safe and Productive Packaging Line.
• In addition, the Setup Technician will organize work to achieve daily goals with no errors or deficiencies, follow and adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Precautions.
• Perform other assigned duties as may be required in meeting company objectives.
• Communicate effectively with other departments within the organization and function within a team environment.
• Parts inventory control by documenting parts used with Packaging Asset.
• Regular attendance is required.
• Will be required to work overtime to complete PMs and/or repairs during downtime, if needed.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Previous experience and/or process knowledge in a Maintenance Role is a plus.
• Must be able to work at a fast pace to achieve daily goals.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and the ability to use basic hand tools.
• Regularly required to stand and bend & squat
• Must be able to use hands and arms to lift and reach
• Ability to climb up and down stairs
• Ability to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours
• Ability to lift, pull and push a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to use both arms to push, pull or lift.

Education and Experience: This position requires a high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a mechanic in a GMP or Pharmaceutical environment. 2years of an Industrial Maintenance Program is a plus, but not required.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Expectations:

Will demonstrate, promote, and exemplify the Company’s Core Values in Co-Workers, Quality and Production Operations.

Nutramax desires to provide a drug-free, healthful, and safe workplace. We hold a zero-tolerance policy for drug use. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a preemployment background check, drug screen (subject to applicable law) and reading comprehension test.