Technician, Operations; Operator w​/Mechanical Skill

Overview

Position Overview – Essential Functions Essential Functions include, but are not limited to:

• 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 SOPs and GMPs
• First responder to challenges with packaging equipment
• Performs equipment set-up and dial on packaging equipment including 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

Primary Activities include, but are not limited to:

Operates automated and non-automated packaging equipment according to 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
• Waste material which cannot be repackaged
• Using Tracksys data, trend and escalate equipment performance issues to maintenance and reliability teams as appropriate
• Document activities within applicable batch documentation

Prepares and maintains packaging equipment for production according to SOPs and GMPs

• Clear/Clean packaging equipment
• Inspect packaging equipment post cleaning
• Setup and Adjust the equipment
• Use appropriate tools
• Ensure proper alignment
• Ensure proper clearances
• Partner 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 as required
• Provides occasional assistance to maintenance personnel that are executing PMs to develop a better operational understanding of equipment functionality

First responder to challenges with packaging equipment

• 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 aid in current and future troubleshooting
• 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
• Escalate to Maintenance when the challenge/issue has not been resolved within the expected timeframe
• Escalation may involve troubleshooting or significant equipment failure

Ensure all tasks are completed in a safe manner

• 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

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years maintenance experience with a focus in industrial, pharmaceutical, food industry, and/or laboratory equipment
• OR An applicable Associates Degree

Preferred:

• Ability to read controller logic and electrical diagrams
• Experience with lock-out-tag-out (LOTO)

Job Posting End Date: 01/16/2026