Equipment Setup Technician

Ferndale Pharma Group•Ferndale, MI

About The Position

The Equipment Setup Technician sets up and disassembles packaging equipment and supports production runs involving equipment such as tube and bottle fillers, cartoning equipment, and shrink wrappers. The role performs preventative and corrective maintenance on filling, packaging, manufacturing, and related equipment, and may assist Facilities Engineering Technicians with building and utility systems maintenance. Working under supervision, the technician diagnoses failures, performs basic troubleshooting, and follows the company's Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs). The role supports the Manufacturing Engineer in evaluating packaging components and identifying and testing new equipment. It may also include light fabrication of format-change parts, vendor support for equipment projects, writing or revising basic SOPs, and operating material-handling equipment. The technician works both independently and as part of a team and may perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

At least one year of prior experience in a manufacturing or related environment.
High school diploma.
Good aptitude and some previous maintenance experience.
Excellent communication and follow-up skills.
Ability to lift at least 55 pounds vertically and exert 50 pounds of push/pull force on rolling loads.
Physical ability to work on ladders, climb stairs, and access machinery from various angles.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods and to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and inspect equipment during setup, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
Ability to work mandatory overtime when needed to support business operations.
Must complete a pre-placement physical, drug screen, and background checks.

Responsibilities

Set up and disassemble packaging equipment and provide support during production runs.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on filling, packaging, and manufacturing equipment.
Assist Facilities Engineering Technicians with maintenance of building and utility systems, such as compressed air, boiler, and purified water systems.
Locate and diagnose failures and perform basic troubleshooting.
Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) when performing job duties.
Assist the Manufacturing Engineer in evaluating packaging components for compatibility with packaging equipment.
Assist the Manufacturing Engineer in identifying new equipment and participate in offsite testing of new filling and packing systems.
Perform light fabrication of format-change parts using general shop equipment.
Provide vendor support for equipment installations, modifications, decommissioning, and other projects.
Write and revise basic SOPs supporting filling and packaging equipment and applicable processes.
Operate material-handling equipment, including tank movers, pallet jacks, and manual and self-propelled lift trucks.
Work collaboratively with other department members and contribute to a positive working environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.