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Sr. Maintenance Mechanic – Cosmetics Manufacturing
Company: Cosmetic Group USA (CGUSA)
Location: Pacoima, California
Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site
Department: Engineering & Maintenance
Position Overview
Cosmetic Group USA (CGUSA), a leading manufacturer of color cosmetics, skincare, and personal care products, is seeking an experienced Sr. Maintenance Mechanic to support our manufacturing operations.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience operating, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining high-speed cosmetic filling, processing, and packaging equipment.
We are looking for a highly skilled professional who can independently diagnose equipment issues, minimize downtime, improve machine performance, and support production efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and operate automated and semi-automated cosmetic manufacturing and packaging equipment.
- Perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting.
- Diagnose issues involving motors, pumps, sensors, PLC controls, servo drives, VFDs, and automated machinery.
- Perform preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, repairs, and calibrations.
- Set up and adjust machinery for different product formulations, packaging formats, and production changeovers.
- Respond promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
- Support the installation, modification, relocation, and commissioning of manufacturing equipment.
- Identify opportunities to improve machine speeds, filling accuracy, reliability, and overall equipment efficiency.
- Maintain maintenance records, repair logs, and spare-parts requirements.
- Collaborate with Production, Engineering, and Quality Control teams to resolve equipment-related issues.
- Train and support operators and junior mechanics in proper equipment operation and troubleshooting.
- Follow GMP, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and applicable workplace safety procedures.
Required Equipment Experience
Candidates should have hands-on experience with several of the following:
- Woojung: Cosmetic manufacturing and processing machinery.
- Citus/Citux: Automated cosmetic filling and packaging equipment.
- Kalix: High-speed cosmetic filling and packaging systems.
- Norden: Automatic tube filling and sealing machines.
- 12-head filling machines: High-speed multi-head liquid and cream fillers.
- Piston and servo fillers: Automated filling systems for serums, lotions, creams, and gels.
- Mascara and lip gloss fillers: Specialized color cosmetic filling and assembly equipment.
- Vacuum mixers and homogenizers: Skincare and emulsion manufacturing equipment.
- Hot-pour filling systems: Lipstick, lip balm, and wax-based cosmetic equipment.
- Powder processing equipment: Mixers, mills, sifters, and powder presses.
- Packaging equipment: Cappers, labelers, cartoners, conveyors, coders, and sealing machines.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5–7 years of industrial maintenance experience, preferably in cosmetics, skincare, pharmaceutical, or personal care manufacturing.
- Proven experience troubleshooting and repairing high-speed automated filling and packaging equipment.
- Strong mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals.
- Experience with PLC-controlled equipment, motors, sensors, servo drives, and VFDs.
- Ability to independently diagnose and repair complex production machinery.
- Knowledge of preventive maintenance, GMP, and industrial safety practices.
- Experience performing equipment setups, adjustments, and production changeovers.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under production deadlines.
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.
Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a hands-on, experienced maintenance professional who understands cosmetics manufacturing equipment and can troubleshoot and repair machinery independently.
The ideal candidate is proactive, dependable, technically skilled, and focused on reducing downtime, improving equipment reliability, and supporting production targets.
Direct experience with Woojung, Citus/Citux, Kalix, Norden, and high-speed multi-head filling equipment is highly preferred.
Why Join Cosmetic Group USA?
Join a growing cosmetics manufacturer with diverse production capabilities spanning color cosmetics, skincare, emulsions, powders, and specialized packaging.
This position offers the opportunity to work with a wide range of manufacturing technologies and make a direct impact on equipment performance, productivity, and operational excellence.
Cosmetic Group USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Before posting, add the hourly compensation range and shift schedule.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $35