What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Technician position at Tjoapack?
Equipment Technician
đź“Ť Clinton, TN | Full-time
About Tjoapack
Tjoapack is a global contract packaging organization (CPO) specializing in pharmaceutical packaging and supply chain management services. With more than 30 years of experience, we supply products to over 45 countries worldwide and process millions of medicine packages every year.
Headquartered in the Netherlands and operating in Clinton, TN since 2021, we are shaping the future of the pharmaceutical supply chain by making it safer, more reliable, and always centered on patients.
The Role
As an Equipment Technician, you will play a key role in keeping our packaging equipment running smoothly. You’ll perform preventive and corrective maintenance, support changeovers, and help resolve mechanical and technical issues to ensure production stays on track.
This is a hands-on role suited for someone who enjoys problem-solving, working with mechanical systems, and making a direct impact on production and patient safety.
We are hiring for 5 positions spread between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.
What You’ll Do
Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Conduct regular inspections, repairs, and adjustments on packaging machinery.
Diagnose and resolve equipment issues using mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills.
Maintain accurate equipment history and maintenance documentation.
Safety & Cleanliness
Uphold safety standards and regulations to ensure a safe work environment.
Keep work areas clean, organized, and hazard-free.
Changeovers & Equipment Setup
Support smooth changeovers by setting up and adjusting packaging machinery for new product runs.
Perform line clearances and prepare production lines for startup.
Conduct equipment tests to verify performance and product quality.
Inventory & Procurement
Support spare parts inventory management.
Work with procurement to order parts and supplies as needed.
What We’re Looking For
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Professional Certificates/Associate's Degree Preferred but not required.
Technical skills gained through education or hands-on experience.
Basic knowledge of pneumatics, electrical, and mechanical systems.
Familiarity with cGMP and safety principles (training provided if not completed).
Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Physical Requirements
Regular bending, squatting, standing, climbing, and handling objects.
Frequent lifting up to 25 lbs, occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
Comfortable working around moving machinery and moderate noise.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a global organization ensuring patients worldwide receive safe medicines on time.
Hands-on technical role with variety and problem-solving opportunities.
Work with advanced packaging equipment and grow your technical expertise.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Apply Now
If you’re mechanically skilled, detail-oriented, and ready to support safe, efficient pharmaceutical production, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply today to join Tjoapack as an Equipment Technician and help keep our operations running smoothly.
