Packaging Line Mechanic

Job Title: Packaging Line Mechanic
Location: Cranbury, NJ
Type: Contract to Hire
Compensation: Pay Rate: $28-33 per hour
Hours: 1st Shift 7:00am - 3:30pm (OT as needed)

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and perform necessary repairs on all packaging equipment to support continuous operations
• Hands-on operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of PES (Packaging Efficiency Solution) packaging line equipment including: unscrambler, desiccant inserter, slat machine, vision systems, cottoner, capper, retorquer, labeler, bundler, and related equipment
• Perform equipment challenge tests, in-process checks, and complete all associated documentation
• Set up, troubleshoot, validate, and support Systech Serialization (Level 4) and aggregation systems
• Support packaging equipment installation, commissioning, and qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, servo, and PLC-driven systems independently or with engineering support
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on all packaging equipment per SOPs and maintenance plans
• Perform equipment setups, line clearances, and product changeovers efficiently and accurately
• Regularly monitor packaging machinery to ensure reliable operation and minimal downtime
• Analyze equipment performance and implement corrective actions to improve uptime and throughput
• Ensure all packaging equipment operates under continuous cGMP-compliant conditions
• Document all work performed in equipment logbooks, maintenance records, work orders, BMR/AM documentation, and batch records
• Maintain inventory of required spare parts and change parts for all packaging equipment
• Troubleshoot vision systems, serialization equipment, barcode readers, PLCs, and HMIs as required
• Collaborate with Engineering to install, troubleshoot, modify, and improve packaging equipment and processes
• Provide technical support and knowledge transfer to Packaging Operators to reduce downtime and improve productivity
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance equipment efficiency, throughput, and reliability
• Work independently or collaboratively within cross-functional teams to resolve equipment and process issues
• Ensure compliance with safety requirements, SOPs, and company policies at all times
• Gown and work in controlled manufacturing environments as required by SOPs

Requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED, or Technical School Diploma required or Associate's Degree in Electro-Mechanical Technology or equivalent certification preferred
• Minimum: 2 years in a pharmaceutical packaging environment follow GMP compliance
• Preferred: 3-5+ years with complex packaging lines
• Hands-on experience with pharmaceutical packaging line equipment (PES systems: unscrambler, desiccant inserter, cottoner, capper, retorquer, labeler, bundler, vision systems)
• Strong troubleshooting and repair skills for electro-mechanical, servo-driven, and PLC-controlled packaging equipment
• Experience with Systech Serialization (Level 4) and aggregation (setup, troubleshooting, validation)
• Working knowledge of cGMP packaging operations and documentation

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joul, ALTA IT Services, and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ref: #558-Scientific