Job Description

Packaging Mechanic – Newtown, PA

Mechanics are responsible for the setup, operation, adjustment, and repair of pharmaceutical packaging equipment. This position reports to the Packaging Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure the proper set-up, troubleshooting, and repair skills with equipment such as blister machines, bottle fillers and cappers, labelers and cartoners, induction sealers, and desiccant inserters
• Maintain proper operation of equipment to accurately and efficiently perform the designed functions.
• Perform preventive maintenance of equipment as required.
• Perform changeover of equipment for packaging of different products and components including size or format changes.
• Perform packaging line equipment setup per qualified ranges and document the parameters in setup sheet.
• Troubleshoot and correct mechanical problems as they occur.
• Ensure proper execution of Master Batch Records, standard operating procedures and validation protocols.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper assembly of manufacturing equipment per approved procedures (SOP’s).
• Maintain compliance at all times by following batch records, SOPs and all company policies.
• Report accidents and unsafe conditions or unusual circumstances to supervisor.
• Understand and adhere to all cGMP and FDA regulations.
• Comply with FDA guidelines/Company Policies of Data Integrity

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent or technical school certificate preferred.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude
• At least 2 years of experience as a Packaging Mechanic, ideally in any regulated industry (pharma, nutraceuticals, food/beverage, cosmetics, etc.)
• Can independently troubleshoot, set up, and repair packaging machines without supervision
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, cleanroom, or GMP setting
• Mechanically inclined – understands pneumatics, sensors, conveyors, and machine timing
• Must be able to properly complete documentation including maintenance forms and equipment logbooks.

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