What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Equipment Engineer position at Wedgewood Pharmacy?
At Wedgewood Pharmacy, we are dedicated to improving the lives of animals through customized medication and compassionate care. Every role in our organization contributes to helping pets live healthier, happier lives. We are a team driven by purpose, quality, and a shared commitment to animal health.
We are seeking a Manufacturing Equipment Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will help support our mission by ensuring high-quality execution of daily responsibilities, maintaining accuracy, and contributing to a collaborative environment focused on patient care and continuous improvement.
The Basics
Location: Albany, Ohio
Job Type: Regular Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6 AM - 2:30 PM
The Manufacturing Equipment Engineer is embedded within Production that supports day-to-day manufacturing operations while owning first-line maintenance and engineering activities (or more based on experience) for processing equipment. This role is designed to support the launch of a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) system by increasing equipment reliability, improving operator ownership, and reducing unplanned downtime in critical production areas.
How You'll Make an Impact
- Equipment Maintenance & TPM Ownership
- Act as the equipment owner for assigned production assets, supporting early TPM pillars such as:
- Autonomous Maintenance
- Planned Maintenance (at the production level or more based on experience)
- Early Equipment Issue Detection
- Identify, document, and escalate equipment issues that require Facilities or Engineering support
- Support root cause analysis for recurring equipment issues and contribute to corrective actions
- Perform first-level and routine maintenance and engineering (or more based on experience) on operations equipment, including:
- Cleaning, inspection, lubrication, adjustments, and minor repairs
- Changeover support and setup verification
- Act as the equipment owner for assigned production assets, supporting early TPM pillars such as:
- TPM & Continuous Improvement
- Help establish standard work, checklists, and visual controls for equipment care and maintenance
- Partner with Facilities, Engineering, and Quality to:
- Improve preventive maintenance effectiveness
- Reduce downtime and breakdowns
- Increase equipment availability and reliability
- Participate in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives tied to equipment performance and production efficiency
- Production Support
- Operate and support processing equipment in alignment with production schedules, quality standards, SOP's, batch records and GMP/GDP expectations
- Serve as a production subject-matter expert for assigned equipment, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient operation
- Partner with Production Leads and Management to troubleshoot minor operational issues and support continuous flow
- Documentation & Compliance
- Complete all documentation e.g., maintenance logs, checklists, equipment/batch records in accordance with GMP/GDP and internal standards
- Develop, adhere and improve SOPs and work instructions related to the equipment and processes you are involved with
- Maintain strong safety practices and ensure equipment is operated and maintained in a compliant manner
- Collaboration & Coverage Model
- Work closely with the Facilities Maintenance team to ensure clear handoffs between:
- Production-owned equipment maintenance
- Building systems and site infrastructure (e.g., HVAC, air handlers, utilities)
- Provide backup support to Production during peak demand while maintaining focus on equipment reliability
- Work closely with the Facilities Maintenance team to ensure clear handoffs between:
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related technical field and advanced degree preferred
- 1–5 years of experience in manufacturing, engineering, or a regulated environment (internships/co-ops considered)
- Basic understanding of cGMP or regulated industry practices
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally and adapt in a growing environment
- Prior exposure to TPM, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement framework
- Experience partnering with Facilities or Engineering teams
- Ability to read equipment manuals, basic schematics, or maintenance documentation
- Strong communication skills and a proactive, ownership-driven mindset
- Ability to travel 15-20% of the time
- Flexibility to work at different times to support the business based on business needs
What You'll Love About Wedgewood
- Competitive compensation and benefits
- Opportunities for growth and career development
- A supportive, team-first culture where your work matters
- The ability to make a real impact on animal health every day
Why We Do What We Do
At Wedgewood Pharmacy, your work has purpose. Every prescription you help prepare, support, or deliver contributes to improving the health and well-being of animals. We are passionate about what we do and proud to build a workplace where people feel supported, included, and valued.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
Wedgewood Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K PlanSalary : $100,000 - $120,000