What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Line Mechanic position at Natureplex, LLC?
Description
Natureplex is a privately held pharmaceutical manufacturer of over-the-counter medicines and electrolytes. Our company was established in 2001. We offer our own control brand as well as private label and contract packaging. With two locations in Memphis TN and Olive Branch MS, we are rapidly expanding and have exciting opportunities for career advancement. Currently, we are seeking a Line Maintenance Mechanic for our Olive Branch, MS.
In addition to career growth, we also offer a range of benefits and perks to our employees.
These include:
- Paid Vacation
- Medical Insurance with 80% coverage for employees and 20% for dependents
- Dental and vision insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- 401k plan with company-matching
- Weekly pay
We provide equal employment opportunities and create a safe and fair work environment for all employees.
Natureplex is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Natureplex participates in E-Verify
Requirements
Essential Functions
- Responsible for promoting a safety culture and awareness throughout the plant and within their area. Support and adhere to all plant safety policies and procedures.
- Safe and efficient packaging line operation to meet or exceed all quality, scheduling, and customer requirements.
- Perform technical work while running lines in pneumatic, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical areas.
- Root cause analysis to troubleshoot and eliminate primary causes of downtime, etc. to improve overall equipment effectiveness.
- Maintain packaging equipment including, but not limited to, machine adjustments, repairs, lubrication, etc. and perform routine preventative maintenance to maintain efficient operation.
- Active participation in training and certification program as needed by training all Technical Line Operators in technical aspects of machinery including set-ups, changeovers, troubleshooting, etc.
- Effectively communicate and coordinate changeover requirements with all affected personnel and departments.
- Execute the total productive maintenance program assigned by the machine, participate in, and follow up on all related activities.
- Performs other duties as required.
Competencies
- Decision Making
- Commits to decision
- Teamwork
- Work Standards
- Motivation
- Reliability
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Integrity
- Initiative
- Stress Tolerance
Skills, Knowledge, Abilities
- 3 – 5 years of proven maintenance experience in a fast-paced lean manufacturing environment.
- Strong maintenance aptitude includes knowledge of three phrases electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and PLC controls.
- Shop math skills.
- Strong trouble-shooting ability required
Work Environment
- Manufacturing environment, hot and cold conditions, loud noises, smells
Equipment Used and Physical Demands
- Lift up to 50 pounds
- Standing, kneeling, bending, use of fingers and hands
Expected Hours of Work
- Monday – Friday, overtime as needed, some Saturdays
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED required
- 3-5 years of proven maintenance mechanical experience in a fast-paced lean manufacturing environment preferred.
