Maintenance Mechanic 3 - Linden Rd

PCI Pharma Services•Rockford, IL

7d•$27 - $32

About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic installs, troubleshoots, maintains, and repairs equipment while following work practices and procedures. The role supports packaging lines through routine and non-routine adjustments, preventive maintenance, changeovers, repairs, and running adjustments, with the goal of maintaining product quality, efficient operations, and a safe work environment. The mechanic works with internal customers and cross-functional teams to support site business goals and product launches. The position contributes to equipment reliability and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by minimizing downtime, mitigating defects, eliminating waste, monitoring performance, and implementing operational excellence initiatives. It also involves documenting and updating equipment settings, auditing centerline documents and workplace organization, participating in daily and tier meetings, and supporting launches and product validations. The mechanic may provide on-the-job training and assume a supervisor’s responsibilities when the supervisor is unavailable. The role is based at Linden Road and is scheduled for first shift, Monday through Thursday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Overtime and/or weekend work may be required. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and a powered air-purifying respirator (PAPR) may be required. The position requires adherence to PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies and procedures, and regular attendance is an essential function.

Requirements

Meet the skills testing requirements at the approved grade level for the position.
Basic mathematical skills.
Basic computer skills, including the ability to operate common computer programs.
Minimum professional proficiency in speaking and reading standard materials.
High reasoning ability to solve practical problems, work with limited standardization, and interpret instructions in various forms.
High school diploma and/or 3–5 years of related experience and/or training.

Nice To Haves

Ability to effectively present information to various people as required by the job.
Ability to work independently and/or as part of a team.
Ability to conduct oneself professionally.
Attention to detail.
Ability to drive for results.
Two-year degree or certificate.
Excellent time-management skills.

Responsibilities

Support packaging lines by making routine and non-routine adjustments to ensure high-quality product.
Collaborate with other departments to keep production lines operating efficiently.
Perform preventive maintenance, changeovers, repairs, and running adjustments.
Gather and analyze information, draw conclusions, develop alternative solutions, and evaluate their consequences.
Diagnose and resolve problems, identify causes, and develop actions to prevent recurrence.
Provide guidance and on-the-job training to others.
Work cross-functionally with Project Management, Planning, Engineering, and Production on new product launches and ongoing production.
Improve OEE by minimizing downtime, mitigating defects, eliminating waste, and focusing on rate, yield, and utilization.
Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform maintenance and service.
Escalate downtime promptly to a supervisor.
Perform Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED) activities and execute initiatives relating to OPEX objectives.
Monitor and adjust equipment, and provide technical expertise or training to meet or exceed OEE targets.
Assume supervisor responsibilities and job functions when the supervisor is unavailable.
Participate in Tier I Daily Directional Setting and Tier II meetings, including defining problems and countermeasures for line performance and providing follow-up and feedback.
Document and drive actions for the assigned value stream.
Audit the centerline document system and maintain accurate, current equipment setup documentation.
Audit and maintain 5S standards to support a safe, organized, clean, high-performing workplace.
Analyze equipment failures to improve reliability while maintaining productivity.
Work with business units and Scheduling to maintain timelines for product launches and validations.
Follow PCI, cGMP, and GCP policies, procedures, and rules; maintain required attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager or Supervisor.