Mechanic III

Mechanic III

Help us bring the gift of health to life. Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition for all, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. You'll have the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of other products that are shaping the future of the healthy living industry. Consumer-driven innovation, high quality products and a promising portfolio, all driven by a team with a shared sense of purpose -- that's Pharmavite. Join us to bring the gift of health to life.

This role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.

The Mechanic III role is responsible for maintaining equipment efficiencies and extending the life of existing manufacturing, packaging and facilities assets. The incumbent shall implement maintenance best practices to sustain asset reliability by driving root cause analysis of all equipment failures.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and identify the causes of unexpected equipment breakdowns.
• Conduct root cause analysis and repair packaging and facilities equipment (i.e., mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and automation systems) to improve operational efficiencies and uptime.
• Make necessary modifications, perform test runs and confer with the maintenance manager regarding results; implement additional alterations to machinery as needed.
• Complete efficient equipment setups per the daily packaging schedule.
• Track and complete all equipment work orders and preventative maintenance to ensure OSHA & FDA compliance.
• Fabricate parts to perform repairs and integrate new equipment installations into existing packaging lines.
• Maintain compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and plant and departmental procedures and guidelines.
• Work closely with outside vendors and technical representatives on control, electrical and electronic system issues and designs.
• Maintain clean and organized shop areas, parts, tools, and supplies in compliance with 5S requirements.
• Partner with Engineering on special projects, new equipment installations and modifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: A High School Diploma or GED is required. Vocational or community college coursework in related fields, or equivalent experience.
• Certification: Technical certification preferred (Manufacturing technician, Controls technician, etc).
• Experience: Requires a minimum of four years of related experience in technical or maintenance roles.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Strong ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical and automation systems in a team setting to improve equipment performance.
• Strong bias towards data-driven problem solving and decision making.
• Medium to proficient skills in maintaining automation systems (e.g., PLCs, HMIs).
• Demonstrated knowledge of preventive maintenance administrative, systems and electronics record keeping (i.e., JDE, SAT, CMMS-Maintain X, etc.).
• Proficiency in English to read and interpret technical manuals, safety procedures, and technical publications; communicate effectively; and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the entire shift.
• Ability to bend, stretch, push, pull, squat, and move as needed to access, clean, and service machinery.
• Ability to conduct detailed visual inspections of equipment and components
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Environment:

• Work environment includes exposure to manufacturing conditions such as noise, temperature variations, dust, and vibration.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed shoes is required.

Safety:

• The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures LOTO and Good Manufacturing Practices without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• This role does not have supervisory responsibility.

Our Offer:

Here, career paths aren't predefined, and bureaucratic limitations don't exist -- you have the opportunity to grow, learn from industry pioneers, and develop the way you want to. Pharmavite is investing more in the development of our team -- to help us deliver on our purpose and help you achieve your career aspirations. Our environment is geared to fuel curiosity, encourage experimentation, and generate learning as this is the way we develop ourselves and our organization. Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of our employees and their families with a Total Rewards package that's as comprehensive as the vitamins and supplements we deliver to consumers. With competitive compensation programs and standout benefits, we provide employees with optimal health and well-being -- as well as peace of mind. These rewards -- plus our new recognition program -- ensure employees feel supported both at work and home.

National Target Base Pay Range: $63,000.00 - $105,000.00. The salary range for this position is based on national standards. For candidates in California and the New York metro, the Target Base Pay Range is $71,000.00 - $118,000.00, to reflect the cost of living and market conditions in those areas. Actual compensation will take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location, education, experience, qualifications and job-related skills. It is not typical for an individual to be hired above the midpoint of the range for their role, and compensation decisions depend on the facts and circumstances of each case. This information is provided to applicants in accordance with state and local laws. Base pay is only one component of our total rewards offerings, and we will take the full offering into consideration when presenting an offer of employment. Our total rewards package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, Medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K match, and other wellness benefits.

Pharmavite provides compensation for all overtime hours worked by non-exempt (hourly) employees in accordance with state and federal law. The need to work overtime hours will be determined by management, based on customer and business necessity, to meet the needs of our business. Pharmavite may require employees to work overtime. Voluntary overtime requested by non-exempt employees must be approved in advance by the employee's supervisor.

Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job-related qualifications and abilities. Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.

California Fair Chance Act: Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

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More than 50 years ago, our founders aimed to improve health & wellness by focusing on the basicsgood nutrition and essential vitamins & minerals. Since that day, we've become a leader in the health and wellness industry and have earned the trust of consumers, healthcare professionals, and retailers alike. Our sole purpose then and now is to bring the gift of health to life, by helping people achieve a healthier way of living. This purpose is our passion and priority. Helping people live healthier, fulfilling lives is no simple task. Guiding us on our journey are our core beliefs. Simply put, we believe energy and vitality fuel the pursuit of happiness. We believe our world of plenty is creating a poverty of health, but good health should