Set-Up Mechanic

Pharmavite•Opelika, AL

1d•$40,000 - $66,000•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Gummy Set-Up Mechanic Team, you will perform a variety of semi-skilled mechanic work to perform precision set-up of all packaging equipment for Changeover and be capable of operating all packaging production equipment: ISIDA Weigher, AMS Filling system, Unscrambler, NJM Capper/Sealer/Retorquer, NJM Labeler/Optel Vision System, Marburg Neck Bander/Sleeve Bander, and Twin pack/Orienter. Perform basic preventive maintenance and minor mechanical repairs, mechanical adjustments, HMI screen set-up, be responsible for disassembling, cleaning, re-assembling, adjusting, and installing tooling in support of production operations in accordance with production standards.

Requirements

Requires a minimum of a High School Diploma or the equivalent.
Requires a working knowledge of the packaging operation, usually resulting from a minimum of one year of experience.
Sufficient mechanical aptitude to perform routine repairs, adjustments, and precision set-up procedures on packaging equipment.
The ability to safely work with standard hand tools and portable hand tools.
Read, write, and speak English fluently in order to communicate equipment problems, read and understand operating manuals, and maintain written records.

Responsibilities

Plan changeover schedule for Gummie packaging line to include that changeover parts are cleaned and inspected prior to each changeover, review changeover checklist, set-up and start-up each piece of packaging equipment, and support line until steady state operation is achieved.
Use hand tools, portable power tools, and material handling equipment to perform a precision set-up during production line changeover.
Identifies and performs adjustments to improve production during line operation to meet all production requirements, including line speeds, quality, efficiency, daily production output, and required changeover times, OEE.
Performs routine preventive maintenance on equipment by making regular inspections and completing assigned preventive maintenance work orders.
Troubleshoots malfunctions in equipment and performs minor repairs.
Assists senior mechanics in diagnosing problems in order to learn to perform complex repairs.
Issues maintenance requests for major repairs.
Maintains all required documentation including cleaning logs, maintenance logs, and production records.
Performs all duties in compliance with safety rules, Standard Operating Procedures, and current Good Manufacturing Practices.
Assists in the operation of production equipment by performing the duties of a Packaging Line technician and Packaging Line Lead when necessary.
Performs other related duties as assigned.