Maintenance Mechanic A

Fresenius Kabi USA • Melrose Park, IL

32d • $30 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing preventative maintenance, operational functions and repairs to assigned manufacturing equipment and systems in accordance with established safety practices and procedures. Our benefits and programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Fresenius Kabi is a global health care company that specializes in injectable medicines, biosimilums and technologies for infusion, transfusion, and clinical nutrition. Our expansive portfolio of products and global network of science and manufacturing centers provide essential support for the care of critical and chronically ill patients. With more than 41,000 employees worldwide, our dedicated team is united by our shared purpose: to put lifesaving medicines and technologies in the hands of people who care for patients – and to find answers to the challenges they face. We call this purpose caring for life.

Requirements

• HS diploma/GED required (apprenticeship or applicable certifications highly preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years maintenance mechanic experience in a regulated, technical work environment.
• Ability to read, write and perform mathematics at a level to be able to complete technical work.
• Ability to apply various principles and practices in a variety of skilled-trade areas (e.g., plumbing, PLC, controls, robotic, boilers, HVAC system, mechanical, electrical, carpentry, welding, etc.).
• Able to stand or kneel for extended periods for repairs as required.
• Basic computer skills and overall technology aptitude (able to work with MS Office and SAP).
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 50 lbs. as required.
• Ability to achieve aseptic gowning certification.
• Working knowledge of GMPs, lock out/ tag out (LOTO), and arc flash.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when required.

Responsibilities

• Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs of manufacturing equipment and systems during production and performs scheduled maintenance repairs of manufacturing equipment and systems during machine service as required by Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Performs activities including but not limited to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and repair of manufacturing machinery in a sterile, aseptic work environment following proper gowning requirements.
• Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas
• Documents all work performed; complies with acceptable current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) standards.
• Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical and electrical schematics.
• Read, Review and apply prints, schematics, and operating manuals to repair and maintain equipment.
• Perform general building maintenance as needed.
• Perform a variety of maintenance requiring knowledge of plumbing, pipefitting, carpentry, electrical, electronics, welding and other skilled trades.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters, and material handling equipment in performing duties.
• Provides coverage for other mechanics as within their abilities such as daily readings, changing expendable items and other tasks as requested by leadership.
• Contributes ideas and suggestions for maintenance process improvements.
• Stay in compliance with all training requirements as assigned.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• paid vacation
• holiday and personal days
• employee assistance program
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage
• life insurance
• disability
• wellness program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED