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Packaging Mechanic II - 12 Hour Schedule Night Shift

Amneal Pharmaceuticals
Piscataway, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
Job Description

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.

This role follows a 12-hour rotating schedule, working from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM

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, 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.


Qualifications

Education:


  • High School or GED - Required


Experience:


  • 5 years of hands-on mechanical experience working wth packaging equipment or related manufacturing machinery.
  • Additional Requirement:


This position requires successful completion of an OSHA-compliant Respirator Fit Test.

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $25.00 to $35.00 per hour. In addition, Amneal offers a short-term incentive opportunity, such as a bonus or performance-based award, with this position within the first 12 months. Amneal ranges reflect the Company’s good faith estimate of what 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, experience, 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 help you enjoy your career alongside life’s many other commitments and opportunities.

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.

Salary : $25 - $35

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