Packaging Mechanic Lead- 1st Shift

Under the direction of the Manager/Supervisor/Lead Person, the Packaging Mechanic Lead  is responsible for preventive maintenance, all repairs on all packaging machines. Also responsible for adhering to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) that are in effect assuring the quality and quantity of product produced

Responsibilities:
•    Must have knowledge and experience with repairing and maintaining mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, PLC systems and industrial equipment. 
•    Provide emergency/unscheduled repairs of production equipment during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of production equipment during machine service.
•    Innovate and identify crafty solutions to their organization
•    Trains other team members in the areas of instrumentation, control, and electrical systems.
•    Proficient in electrical minimum 220 volts and above.
•    A high degree of working knowledge and practical application of instrumentation, controls, low, medium, and high voltage switchgear, transformers, programmable logic controllers, protective relays, and motor control centers. Performs maintenance on motor control centers, motor operated valves, programmable logic controllers.
•    Advanced troubleshooting technique used to diagnose the root of the problem and inspect, repair, and test the machinery.
•    Troubleshoot complex pneumatic/hydraulics system issues.
•    Use Reference Resources such as workbooks and drawings use technical manuals, their understanding of industrial equipment, and careful observation to discover the cause of a problem.
•    Maintain work area, maintenance shop, parts and supplies area cleaned and organized.
•    Performs other duties and/or responsibilities as requested.

Qualifications:
•    Must comply with GMP requirements; specific functions and documents will be discussed in GMP and on the job training
•    10 years maintenance professional experience in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of mechanical, electrical, and electronic equipment.
•    High school diploma or equivalency preferred
•    5 years in manufacturing/packaging experience.
•    2 years of lead background
•    Mechanical/electrical/electronic trade background
•    PLC troubleshooting experience
•    Must be able to read and write in English
•    High school diploma or equivalency preferred

Role’s Physical Requirements:
•    Must be able to lift 50lbs
•    Work environment may be exposed to powders, chemicals, and allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, milk, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy, fish, and shellfish)..
•    Ability to work in a physically challenging environment, including bending, twisting, and standing for up to 8 hours is this something you would be comfortable with.

We proudly offer: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with Company Match, Pet insurance and more!

We reward the hard work of our team members with fun and exciting company events, Summer Picnic, Festive Packages, Holiday Celebrations, and associate referral bonuses!

Founded in 2011, Piping Rock Health Products has gone on to win Long Island’s Top Workplaces Award 7 years in a row & securing the spot as Top Supplement Manufacturing Company 2024 by Food Business Review! Supported by a group of vitamin visionaries with over 40 years of industry experience and a carefully curated team of talented associates. Piping Rock is a global vitamin and supplement manufacturer with an unwavering commitment to creating quality wellness products. We believe that family always comes first, and that the dedication of our associates is the key ingredient to our success.

We are drug free workplace, regulated by the FDA, required to follow Federal Guidelines; therefore in order to start as well as maintain employment, you must be able to successfully clear drug screening processes, which include testing for all illegal substances per Federal Guidelines.

Piping Rock Health Products, INC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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