Apprentice, Process Mechanic

Overview

The Process Mechanic Apprentice will learn to perform the job of a Process Mechanic to perform mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and troubleshooting and repair of packaging and process machinery through the completion of a comprehensive virtual classroom and on-the-job learning program. The Process Mechanic Apprentice will do so while following FDA regulations, cGMPs, OSHA requirements, company practices and company policies.  

Responsibilities

• Perform Line change over, set-up, start-up, including vision system training and data collection.
• Identify parts needed for repairs using parts manual for specific equipment and will assemble requisition for supervisor to order parts.
• Responsible for on-going preventative maintenance of machinery or equipment
• Required skills include, but are not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, troubleshooting and repair of packaging and process equipment.
• Maintain, repair, and troubleshoot electronics on all production equipment on the process and packaging lines to minimize production downtime.
• Use computer and logic controllers to perform system analysis of equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair PLC, VFD, Servos, motors, sensors, temperature control loops, etc...
• Troubleshoot vision systems and automated weight checkers
• Fabricate and install simple control systems to enhance line performance.
• Perform changeover of packaging line equipment from one size and product to another accurately documenting the activities in accordance with procedures.
• Ability to be a team player; works cooperatively with others to solve problems and proactively helps others when assistance is needed.
• Experience in FDA regulated environment preferred but not required
• Shift flexibility per business needs, and willingness to work overtime
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and open to change, self-directed, motivated, and task oriented
• Make effective decisions and take action based on deductive reasoning and potential product impact.
• Identify improvement opportunities in given processes / procedures
• Possess strong team skills with the ability to promote clear and thorough communication both written and oral as well as through electronic means.
• Must be able to be attain and retain gown qualified status

Qualifications

High school degree, with 0-2 years of relevant mechanical experience; or an equivalent combination of advanced education and experience.  Experience in an aseptic/pharmaceutical packaging environment preferred.