Packaging Mechanic

• The Packaging Mechanic is responsible for set ups and maintenance tasks on assigned production lines to ensure its smooth operation. The Packaging Mechanic must be knowledgeable about each individual component of a bottle packaging line, understand the correct set up and connection between components, and complete a set up/changeover within the expected time. The individual must be capable of operating multiple machines at one time and performing maintenance on a variety of equipment within the bottle line packaging area. Machines could include bottle unscrambler, electronic tablet counter, slat filler, capper, cap induction sealer, labeler, neck/body bander, heat shrink tunnel, pack off table, accumulation table, cartoner, QR code printers, Tray/Case Forming, Case Packer, Case Taper, and dust collectors.

Responsibilities include but not limited:

• Perform moderate to complex adjustments, maintenance, and repairs to packaging and pneumatic equipment.
• Perform changeover and set-up of packaging machines as well as troubleshoot mechanical and basic electrical systems and make appropriate repairs to machines.
• Perform daily preventative maintenance on plant equipment such as packaging equipment, conveyors, and compressors.
• Inspect and evaluate changeover and set-up of packaging machines and packaging equipment with diagnostic and testing equipment including multimeters, process calibrators, tachometers, automated vision systems and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) applying theoretical and practical knowledge of mechanical engineering;
• Assist on equipment installations within the plant structure. Complete work orders to repair machinery.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service.
• Diagnose problems, replace, or repair parts, test and adjust.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Set up full line configurations of multiple pieces of equipment, independently.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material, and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision
• Ensures full compliance with Company policies, procedures, cGMP’s, Ethical Business Practice, and SOPs at all times. Ensures documentation such as operation logs, batch records, etc. are fully completed, signed and in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensures that product meets applicable quality standards. This includes inspection for quality during operation and performing all required sampling and testing.
• Guides and coaches Packaging Operators in the safe and effective operation of packaging line machines. This includes training to set assist with breakdown and cleaning /sanitation of the machine parts and components.
• Maintain proper gowning and hygiene to ensure integrity of the product as per SOP’s, cGMP’s and company policies.
• Follows all safety rules and procedures and observes the operations to insure a safe environment.
• Assists with other mechanical or maintenance needs of the building as required.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance.
• Works extended hours and occasional weekend overtime.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Experience & Education Required:

• Associate’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field; as an alternative, a technical training certificate or advanced diploma
• 2 years' experience in mechanical maintenance of Bottle packaging lines (troubleshooting, repairs, set-up, dissemble, etc.)
• 2 years' experience in nutritional’s, supplements, food, and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing industries in a maintenance mechanic role for bottle packaging lines