Packaging Line Mechanic III

Formulated Solutions Innovates, Formulates and Creates consumer brands. We put together a broadly talented team of experts in manufacturing, production, laboratory, regulatory, distribution and marketing, that possesses an unparalleled drive to deliver market-ready products of the highest quality. Our in-house technologies in Aerosol, Biochemistry, Cosmetic, Pharmaceutical and Polymer Chemistry, coupled with innovative package design and strategic marketing services, provides clients with one of the fastest design-to-market solutions in the world. We serve companies in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, personal care and specialty chemical applications. We also support small and large companies in generating and producing unique products for the retail market.

Formulated Solutions offers a wide range of benefit options for our full-time employees, allowing them to find the right plan to enroll into. We also offer 401k with a company match and much more! If you are hard-working, self-motivated and looking for a new and exciting career opportunity, apply today!

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Responsible for providing maintenance support to our facility. Using a variety of hand and power tools, performs defined inspections and assigned preventive maintenance functions and assists less experienced mechanics in the performance of general inspections, mechanical repair, electronic analysis and preventive maintenance of production and related equipment.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Organize and prioritize work flow and labor for all mechanics on production floor.

• Responsible for maintaining good operating conditions of machinery used in the manufacturing work area and systems assigned.

• Cleans and organizes work area according to production and safety standards.

• Repairs and maintain machinery and equipment used in the manufacturing process according to standards.

• Performs format change overs on equipment from set up sheets, documents and equipment manuals to accommodate various products.

• Participates in the creation of set up sheets and documents.

• Performs preventative maintenance inspections and prepares inspection reports concerning operation of equipment and mechanical condition of equipment.

• Participate in the establishment of new equipment and the improvement of existing process equipment.

• Responsible for performing assignments in conformance with appropriate Regulatory (cGMP's) and departmental Standard Operating Procedures which assure the quality of our products.

• Documents all work performed; complies with acceptable current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) standards.

• Helps to attain goals of the maintenance department and the facility by contributing ideas and suggestions.

• Contributions to the production of a quality product which requires quality equipment maintained and updated by the maintenance department.

• Uses critical thinking skills to determine possible causes of equipment failure.

• Responsible for communicating with employees and management as to potential problems that need addressing or opportunities that may be acted upon.

• Must be a self-starter and have the initiative to create work when the daily tasks are completed.

• Assumes other duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATION:

• Required

• Strong background in electrical, mechanical, and packaging/ process equipment.

• Must be able to troubleshoot equipment in a timely manner.

• Must have working knowledge of PLC programs, a strong background in electrical, mechanical, and machine shop.

• Must have excellent documentation and verbal communication skills.

• Must possess the ability to work independently and effectively with peers, and display strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

• Preferred Additional

• Two or more years of experience in a cGMP manufacturing environment is preferred.

CRITICAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Able to work well with others and give written/verbal instructions to other mechanics on the floor.

• Able to give clear written and verbal responses to supervisor and members of management.

• Extra considerations offered to candidates with prior experience in the aerosol industry.

• Extra considerations offered to candidates with cGMP, FDA and/or medical device experience.

• Ability to lift 35-50 pounds on a regular basis.

• Ability to stand for long periods of time on a regular basis.

• Can work in/around/under/over equipment safely and with the ability to diagnose and repair on the job.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Technical Skills and Experience

Proficient in the use and knowledge of PCs.

Education and/or Training

High school diploma or GED required. Individuals with equivalent combination of education, training and related experience will be considered.