Machine Technician - 3rd Shift

 Provides mechanical support for manufacturing/packaging operations associated with the production of Nutramax’s quality products as well as facility maintenance

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Planning and organizing the mechanical steps required in the production of safe, quality products.
• Set-up/Operate Nutraceutical-processing and packaging equipment with functionality in conformance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), clean rooms, perform varied Preventive Maintenance duties, and equipment according to      Standard Procedures. 
• Performing  set-up and adjustments to manufacturing/packaging equipment to ensure assigned machines run at peak efficiency and operations are within the cGMP guidelines and SOPs.
• Set-up/Operate miscellaneous related equipment, repair and/or report defects immediately.
• Clean and inspect contact parts for wear or damage.
• Responsible for signing off each equipment before being placed in operation, if necessary. 
• Effective troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Maintaining and repairing all mechanical equipment pertaining to production, including but not limited to, filling, packaging      and manufacturing equipment, in accordance with cGMP procedures
• Performing general facilitiy maintenance such as plumbing, HVAC and electrical, as needed.
• Interacting with external vendors or contractors for services associated with the mechanical operations of production equipment and facilities.
• Must be able to prioritize task to best suit Operations.
• Maintaining spare parts inventory.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Adhering to all established Standard Operating Procedures and Safety Policies (i.e., lockout/tagout).
• Performing assigned preventive maintenance tasks for production equipment and facilities operations.
• Training new employees on Operating, Safety and Maintenance of equipment, SOPs and GMPs on an as needed basis.
• Perform other assigned duties as may be required in meeting company objectives 
• Regular attendance is required.
• Communicate effectively with other departments within the organization and function within a team environment.
• Will be required to work overtime to complete PMs and/or repairs during downtime.
• Work schedule may be changed and/or overtime mandatory as deemed necessary to preform maintenance and/or repairs. 

Minimum Requirements 

• Previous experience and/or process knowledge in a Maintenance Role is a plus. 
• Must be able to work at a fast pace to achieve daily goals. 
• Must have mechanical aptitude and the ability to use basic hand tools. 
• Regularly required to stand and bend 
• Must be able to use hands and arms to lift and reach 
• Ability to climb up and down stairs
• Ability to stand and walk for a minimum of 8 hours
• Ability to lift, pull and push a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to use both arms to push , pull or lift.
• Ability to bend and squat

Education and Experience This position requires a high school diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a mechanic in a GMP or Pharmaceutical environment

Supervisory Responsibilities:  none

Nutramax desires to provide a drug-free, healthful, and safe workplace. We hold a zero-tolerance policy for drug use. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a preemployment background check, drug screen (subject to applicable law) and reading comprehension test.