Description:

The packaging mechanic will be responsible for the continuous functioning of various types of manufacturing packaging line systems and equipment within the Packaging and Manufacturing departments. The role will perform the setup of packaging equipment, routine maintenance, repair, minor electrical troubleshooting, and also partner with Engineering to install and commission new packaging lines.

Essential Functions:

• Troubleshoot and repair all packaging line systems and equipment including vertical form and fill bagging machines, rotary cartoners, weigh scales, tapers and conveyors. Partner with Engineering to install and commission new packaging lines systems. Perform system modifications of the existing lines as needed.
• Repair of packaging equipment. This includes root cause analysis problem identification, referencing technical documentation, assessment of material requirements, requisition placement, and actual repair. Responsible for the replacement of parts.
• Perform preventive maintenance to ensure all packaging equipment functions properly as well as follow and execute the preventative maintenance schedules.
• Provide accurate and timely documentation of work in the equipment logbooks, communications, and verbally to coworkers during shift hand offs
• Train team members on equipment issues to eliminate future occurrences.