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Packaging Mechanic

Interact Engineering LLC
Whippany, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2026

Packaging Mechanic Job Summary

POSITION SUMMARY

The Packaging Mechanic sets up, troubleshoots, provides preventive maintenance, and repair to packaging equipment in a manufacturing environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Set-up, operation, and cleaning, and repair of various packaging equipment, e.g. Bottle Filler, Bottle Unscrambler, Cartoners, Labelers, Powder Fillers, Stick pack machines, Induction Sealer, Labeler, Case Tapers, Tube filler, Bundlers etc.
  • Perform corrective and preventative maintenance aseptically
  • Troubleshoot major mechanical or electrical breakdowns.
  • Effectively communicate and multitask.
  • Respond to equipment faults and error messages, to assess potential product impact and act to identify and address root cause.
  • Identify improvement opportunities in given processes / procedures.
  • Maintain area orderly and clean during all operations.
  • Training of other Packaging Mechanics.
  • Assist in the design / redesign of process equipment as production requirements warrant.
  • Assist in quality investigations and CAPAs.
  • Other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

  • 3 years working in pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
  • Solid understanding of cGMP practices and concepts, SOP, Lock Out Tag Out, and OSHA regulations required
  • Ability to read, comprehend and follow SOPs written in English
  • General mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills necessary to diagnose, disassemble, repair and reassemble packaging equipment.
  • Knowledge of packaging equipment set-up, adjustments, and packaging documentation is preferred.
  • May be required to wear personal protective equipment including a PAPR
  • May be required to move items up to 35lbs
  • May be required to move about the facility
  • May be required to remain in an upright position for extended periods of time
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed.
  • Knowledge of Serialization, or SAP a plus

EDUCATION:

  • High school diploma /Trade School Required,
  • Equipment / Trouble Shooting Training desired.

EXPERIENCE:

  • Packaging or related experience is required.
  • Skills and experience in both mechanical and electrical systems.
  • Sterile Background a plus.

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $50.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50

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