Packaging Mechanic

Tris Pharma Inc•South Brunswick, NJ

10h•$73,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Tris Pharma, Inc. (www.trispharma.com) is a leading privately-owned U.S. biopharmaceutical company with a focus on development and commercialization of innovative medicines in ADHD, spectrum disorders, anxiety, pain and addiction addressing unmet patient needs. We have >150 US and International patents and market several branded ADHD products in the U.S. We also license our products in the US and ex-US markets. We have a robust pipeline of innovative products spanning neuroscience and other therapeutic categories employing our proprietary science and technology. Our science and technology make us unique, but our team members set us apart; they are the engine fueling Tris’ passion and innovation. Our colleagues understand the criticality of operating a successful business and take pride in the company’s success. Equally importance to each team member is how we interact with one another on a daily basis. We believe in each other and in respectful, open and honest communications to help support individual and team success. Our Packaging Department is growing, and we have openings for Mechanics at various levels requiring various levels of experience. Title and salary commensurate with experience. The Packaging Department works 10-hour days, Monday-Thursday, in our Monmouth Junction, NJ facility. Current open positions are for 2nd shift and hours are 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM. The Packaging Mechanic is responsible for supporting and assisting the Packaging Department in ensuring efficient packaging of goods by performing packaging equipment maintenance including, but not limited to: troubleshooting, repair, upgrade, preventive maintenance (PM), etc. on various types of packaging equipment including, but not limited to: fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc. in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements.

Requirements

Mechanic I: High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 3 years packaging mechanic experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
Mechanic II: High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 5 years packaging mechanic experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
Working knowledge of manufacturing procedures and federal regulations pertaining to manufacturing processes
Working knowledge of good manufacturing systems and familiarity with regulatory and manufacturing SOPs and cGMPs
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret documents such as safety and environmental policies, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, etc.
Hands on experience with repair, maintenance and troubleshooting of pharmaceutical packaging equipment (i.e., fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc.)
Basic PC skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members
Analytical thinking with problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
Planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects
Fluent in English (verbal and written)
Ability and willingness to work additional hours as required by business needs
Manufacturing based position
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ability to stand for extended periods

Nice To Haves

Trade school or certification

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of Packaging equipment maintenance in accordance with company policies, SOPs, cGMPs and FDA requirements
Performs packaging line change overs and startups
Assists Packaging Operations/Quality Assurance (QA) activity during the running of packaging lines
Performs routine and complex work related to the troubleshooting, repair, and upgrade of all packaging equipment including but not limited to: fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc.
Responsible for performing PM, repair and continuous improvement of packaging equipment
Assists in performing root cause analysis on equipment failures to support investigations
Ensures packaging equipment is operating safely at all times