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Mechanical Operations Tech - 2nd shift-1

MSD
United StatesRemotefull_timeVerifiedPosted 18 Nov 2025

About the role

Job Description

Essential Functions:

  • Operates automated and non-automated packaging equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

  • Prepares packaging equipment for production according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs)

  • First responder to challenges with packaging equipment

  • Conducts equipment set-up and dial on packaging equipment including but not limited to product flow alignment, container size change adjustment, selection of correct qualified recipe parameters, set-up of qualified vision/inspection systems and verification of proper functionality of detection/rejection systems

  • Ensure all tasks are completed in a safe manner

  • Partners with maintenance personnel to reduce overall line downtime, and develop a deeper operational knowledge of equipment

Automated and Non-Automated Packaging Equipment | SOPs and GMPs:

  • Load packaging material into process flow

  • Move packaging material to different locations on the packaging line

  • Inspect material rejected from equipment for defects prior to repackaging and properly handle waste material which cannot be repackaged according to regulation and law

  • Utilizing TrackSys data, trend and escalate equipment performance issues to maintenance and reliability teams

  • Document activities within applicable batch documentation

  • Clear/Clean packaging equipment

  • Inspect packaging equipment post cleaning

  • Setup and adjust the equipment

  • Use appropriate tools

  • Ensure Proper Alignment | Clearances

  • Partners with maintenance personnel to assist with non-routine equipment repairs, including helping with repairs under guidance of maintenance, initiating work orders and retrieving parts from the stockroom

  • Provides occasional assistance to maintenance personnel that are executing PMs in order to develop a better operational understanding of the equipment functionality

First Responder to Packaging Equipment Challenges:

  • Determine if the challenge is due to the equipment or the component being run on the equipment

  • Gather/Document key information at time of the challenge to aide in current and if necessary, future trouble shooting activities

  • Make minor equipment adjustments as needed to return the equipment to a functional state

  • Document activities using the computerized maintenance management system

  • Use technical manuals for troubleshooting/verification of proper set-up and functionality

  • Leverage vendor training when troubleshooting

  • Escalate to Maintenance when the challenge/issue has not been resolved within the expected timeframe or requires modification of control systems, electrical troubleshooting, advanced troubleshooting or significant equipment failure has occurred.

Safety:

  • Follow established safety standards while following SOPs and GMPs

  • Actively take accountability for personal safety as well as the safety of others

  • Identify, report, and document unsafe conditions

  • Recognize and utilize safety equipment when needed

 

Education Requirement:

  • High School diploma or equivalent (GED) and focus in industrial, pharmaceutical, food industry, and/or laboratory equipment OR an applicable associate's degree

    Preferred Experience and Skills:

    • Lock-out-tag-out (LOTO)

    Shift and Schedule:

    • 2nd shift position available, Monday to Friday

    • Work overtime on weekends

     

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    Required Skills:

    Accountability, Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), Equipment Repairs, General Safety, GMP Compliance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Lockout Tagout, Mechanical Equipment Maintenance, Packaging Equipment, Packaging Machinery, Packaging Processes, Product Safety Standards

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