Production Mechanic

Job summary

The Production Mechanic is responsible for the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of various filling, packaging, and compression machinery. They will also perform preventative maintenance, manage size-changes, and train operators on equipment handling.

Job details

Production Mechanic - 12-month contract Pillar5 Pharma is looking for a Production Mechanic will be responsible for setting up, modifying, operating, troubleshooting, and repairing several different types of machinery. RESPONSIBILITIES: * Assemble,troubleshoot,andoperatea variety of filling,packaging,and compression machines on a day-to-day basis * Diagnose malfunctions anddeterminethe need for adjustment or repair. * Perform and follow written set-up and maintenance on machines and equipment as per preventative maintenance schedule * Perform size-change on packaging lines and prepare them for a variety of product formats * Train operators on proper handling of equipment * Work with outside contractors to ensure completion of maintenance tasks and with other groups and trades personnel * Make recommendation and implement continuous improvement to equipment and processes * Strong mechanical aptitude and proven mechanical training and experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) controllers i.e., troubleshooting QUALIFICATIONS: * Grade 12 diploma, post-secondary education with millwright certification ispreferred * Minimum of 3 years progressive experience in a production environment preferably in an aseptic environment * Excellent teamwork, organizational and interpersonal skills * Demonstrated ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-pacedenvironment. * Understanding of GMP’s and SOP’s * Understanding of Lean and Six Sigma concepts is anasset. * Ability to workallshifts Compensation: * Starting at $25.93/hr * 12- month contract SHIFT SCHEDULE: * Monday – Thursday rotating shift (Days: 6:00am – 4:30pm & Afternoons: 4:00pm – 2:30am) or Please note that we will also be conducting a concurrent external search for this position. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Pillar5 Pharma does not use AI at any stage of the recruitment or hiring process. Pillar5 Pharma is committed to diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity in the workplace. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please note that this role is for a 12-month contract Monday – Thursday rotating shift (Days: 6:00am – 4:30pm & Afternoons: 4:00pm – 2:30am)

What you’ll do

The Production Mechanic is responsible for the setup, operation, troubleshooting, and repair of various filling, packaging, and compression machinery. They will also perform preventative maintenance, manage size-changes, and train operators on equipment handling.

Requirements

Candidates should have a Grade 12 diploma and at least 3 years of progressive experience in a production environment, with millwright certification preferred. Strong mechanical aptitude and experience with PLC controllers are required, along with an understanding of GMP and SOP standards.

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Lean · Preferred
• SOP · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Machine maintenance
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Filling machines
• Packaging machines
• Compression machines
• Preventative maintenance
• Size-change
• GMP
• SOP
• Lean
• Six Sigma
• Equipment operation
• Mechanical aptitude
• Teamwork
• Organizational skills
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
• Lean Manufacturing
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Artificial Intelligence
• Pharmaceuticals
• Interpersonal Communications
• Good Manufacturing Practices
• Machinery
• Packaging And Labeling
• Development Environment
• Six Sigma Methodology
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Train Operation

Job areas

• Manufacturing
• Trades
• Engineering
• Production Mechanic
• Industrial Mechanic
• Agricultural and Industrial Machinery Mechanics and Repairers
• Industrial Machinery Mechanics