Packing Mechanic
Full Time
No Travel Required
On-site
$60,000 - $100,000/yr
Drunix Solution Inc
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Skills
- Blueprint
- Management
- Manufacturing
- Manufacturing Engineering
- INSPECT
- Inspection
- Maintenance Management
- Electrical Systems
- English
- Power Tools
- Mechanical Engineering
- Pharmaceutics
- Preventive Maintenance
- Good Manufacturing Practice
- Material Handling
- Brand
- CMMS
- Documentation
- Electrical Engineering
- Mathematics
- Printers
- Programmable Logic Controller
Summary
Position: Packaging Mechanic
Rate: $60,000 - 97,000
Visa: /H1B Transfer
Location: Manassas, Virginia, USA
**Relocation assistance provided for non-local candidates**
Granules Consumer Health (GCH) is Granules’ front-end products division for private label over the counter (OTC) products in the US products. GCH was established in 2014, to offer OTC generics that meet the highest level of quality at an affordable cost that is much more affordable than brand name product.
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 supervisio
- 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.
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned at the discretion of management.
Requirements
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'' expereince in mechanical maintenance of Bottle packaging lines (troubleshooting, repairs, set-up, dissembly, etc.)
- 2+ years'' experience in nutritional’s, supplements, food, and/or pharmaceutical manufacturing industries in a maintenance mechanic role for bottle packaging lines
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrates ability to work in a team and assist others.
- Ability to read, comprehend and where necessary complete items including a blueprint, an electrical schematic, operating and maintenance manuals, a work order, repair parts request, standard and metric tape measure, and other measuring equipment including a micrometer, a caliper, scale and VOM (Volt/Ohm Meter).
- Able to follow written instructions precisely and perform basic math calculations as required.
- Understands and is knowledgeable of cGMP, OSHA standards etc.
- Mechanically inclined to understand inner workings of equipment, must be able to disassemble, repair and troubleshoot machines.
- Demonstrates the ability to read and write basic English in order to be able to understand the industry regulated instruction sheets.
- PLC is a plus
- General PC proficienc
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
- Dice Id: 91172814
- Position Id: 8964201
- Posted 14 hours ago
Company Info
Mission:
Our mission is to empower businesses with innovative and scalable IT solutions. We strive to deliver excellence in software development, IT infrastructure, staffing, and healthcare systems that drive performance and digital transformation.
Vision:
To become a global leader in IT services by offering tailored, future-ready solutions that enable our clients to excel in an ever-evolving digital landscape. We envision a world where technology accelerates growth across all sectors.
Values:
We value integrity, innovation, and client success. Our team is committed to continuous learning, transparent collaboration, and delivering measurable results through technology that truly matters.
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