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Set-Up Mechanic - 3rd shift

Amneal Pharmaceuticals
Branchburg, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 9/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/7/2026
Job Description

Description:

This role is responsible for the set-up, adjustment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of line equipment in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory standards. The Set-Up Mechanic will play a key role in ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality operations.

Essential Functions:


  • Set up, adjust, and operate manufacturing line machines according to product batch records.
  • Conduct routine mechanical inspections and perform preventive maintenance to minimize downtime. Provide emergency or unscheduled repairs on production and/or line equipment.
  • Perform changeovers between different products or formats efficiently to minimize downtime. Perform track and trace activities as required on packaging equipment.
  • Maintain Lockout & Tagout system. Maintain accurate logs and documentation for all setups, maintenance, adjustments, and downtime.
  • Ensure the cleanliness and proper functioning of manufacturing equipment and room equipment.
  • Assist other maintenance staff in completing special projects or maintenance work as needed. Ensure compliance with SOPs, safety procedures, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).


Additional Responsibilities:


  • Other duties as assigned


Qualifications

Education:


  • High School or GED - Required


Experience:


  • 2 years or more in Manufacturing, pharmaceutical, maintenance repair


Skills:


  • Attention to detail. - Intermediate
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English at a level to facilitate the understanding terminology of the job. - Intermediate
  • Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal procedures or instructions - Intermediate
  • Reading comprehension - Intermediate
  • Good troubleshooting - Intermediate
  • Able to use/operate a variety of hand tools, power tools, testers, and material handling equipment to perform job efficiently. - Intermediate


The hourly rate for this position ranges from $25.50 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. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at accommodations@amneal.com . Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.

Salary : $26 - $35

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