Production Technician

Location: Hicksville, NY

Contract Duration: 10 months

Pay Rate: $40/hr

Schedule: 8 hrs/day, 40 hrs/week, Mon-Fri (2-month flexibility for Tue-Sat), 2nd Shift 3:00 p.m. – 11:45 p.m.

Job Purpose:

Ensure safe and effective packaging of products while maintaining and improving equipment and operational efficiency. Support departmental goals by adhering to safety, quality, and cost guidelines.

Major Responsibilities:

• Execute preventive maintenance (PM) and work orders, documenting activities per FDA compliance.
• Support packaging operations, including setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and line clearance.
• Operate packaging machines and perform necessary checks per instructions.
• Document maintenance, adjustments, and repairs in appropriate logs.
• Assess equipment condition and recommend maintenance activities.
• Assist with engineering studies, validation, FAT, qualifications, and SOP input.
• Maintain compliance with SOPs, GDP, training, safety policies, and cGMPs.
• Collaborate with other lines and shifts to maintain operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with departments to optimize line efficiency.
• Adhere to all regulatory standards, including OSHA, DEA, FDA, EMEA, ANVISA, and HS&E.
• Handle hazardous waste if trained under OSHA HAZWOPER or RCRA standards.
• Maintain satisfactory visual acuity (20/20 corrected or uncorrected).

Key Performance Indicators:

• Completion of preventive maintenance tasks and documentation.
• Maintain uptime efficiencies through effective equipment setup and troubleshooting.
• Execute changeovers efficiently and support safety initiatives.
• Maintain neat, organized work habits and effective multitasking.
• Work independently and collaboratively to meet departmental and organizational goals.

Qualifications:

• Education: Associate degree, technical school diploma, or equivalent experience.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years packaging equipment experience; documentation experience in food, drug, or cosmetics industry preferred.
• Understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (21 CFR §211).