Mechanical Technician

JOB TITLE: Mechanical Technician

JOB PURPOSE: Monitors and maintains all production equipment on the production floor. Responsible of mechanical maintenance requirements for high-speed filling, packaging, equipment component prep and compounding.

Perform troubleshooting of high-performance production equipment and evaluate critical spare parts. Maintain equipment logs, and documentation according with SOP, cGMP and all updated guidelines. Completes necessary corrective and preventive work orders, as well as assigned training, OEM and outside contractors. Performs all set-ups and change overs and/or repairs of equipment as necessary per production needs and schedules. Work closely collaboratively with Operations and engineering organization / personnel to meet all production objectives and site goals/KPIs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Regular and predictable onsite attendance and punctuality.
• Troubleshoots and repairs high speed filling and packaging equipment in a timely, safe and efficient manner.
• Maintains equipment maintenance logs and documentation in accordance with SOP and cGMP guidelines.
• Completes necessary Corrective and Preventative Work Orders.
• Performs set-ups or changeovers of equipment as necessary for production schedule.
• Advises supervision of tools, materials and parts needed to maintain production equipment.
• Works closely with all Maintenance, Operations & Engineering personnel in attaining all production goals and objectives.
• Must be able to work overtime extended shifts and/or weekends.
• Must be able to train to be gowned qualified and maintain gowning status
• Work with OEM and contractors in troubleshooting and gets hands on training of new equipment
• Must be proficient with hand and power tools

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum: High School diploma or its equivalent

Preferred: Technical or industrial trade school desired

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum:

• Minimum five (5) years’ maintenance experience maintaining and troubleshooting high-speed equipment
• Experience in equipment Corrective Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance and spare part systems

Preferred: Experience in troubleshooting cGMPs and machining is a plus

SKILLS:

• Basic math and algebra required
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications and technical manuals. Experience and ability to make precision measurements of parts and production components
• Ability to understand and identify tolerance issues between equipment and components
• Must be able to demonstrate a strong mechanical ability from past experience or testing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Ability to logically troubleshoot and resolve equipment breakdowns and to work with other crafts and engineers in resolving complex machine issues. Ability to examine technical problems and make recommendations for repairs/corrective action. Able to comprehend and follow all applicable SOPs/Job Aids. Ability to work safely.
• Ability to read, interpret and comprehend written documents such as SOPs/Job Aids. Ability to complete required documentation. Ability to communicate in written or oral form. Accurate record keeping essential. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to interface with factory management, group leaders and various support groups.
• Partially heavy physical exertion. Climbs ladders or stairs, pushes, pulls or lifts 30-40 lbs up to 50% of the day and may work in awkward positions. Must be able to work on complex repairs