Packaging Mechanic I

System One
South Brunswick, NJ
Job Title: Packaging Mechanic I
Location: Monmouth Junction, NJ
Hours / Schedule: 2nd Shift | Mon–Thurs, 3:00 PM – 1:00 AM
Type: Temp - Perm

Overview
The Packaging Mechanic I supports the Packaging Department by maintaining and repairing packaging equipment. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, line changeovers / startups, equipment upgrades, and root cause analysis to ensure compliance with SOPs, cGMPs, and FDA requirements.

Responsibilities

  • Perform maintenance and troubleshooting on packaging equipment (fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc.)

  • Conduct preventive maintenance, repairs, and continuous improvement activities

  • Execute line changeovers and startups

  • Support QA and Operations during packaging runs

  • Ensure safe equipment operation at all times

Requirements

  • Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical / Biotech packaging mechanic experience
  • Strong electrical background
  • Hands-on experience with fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers, etc.
  • Must pass pre-employment and physical
  • High school/GED
  • Proficient in manufacturing procedures, FDA regulations, cGMPs, SOPs

  • Ability to read/interpreting safety, maintenance, and procedure manuals

  • Basic PC skills

  • Willingness to work overtime as needed

Preferred Requirements

  • Trade school or technical certification

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

  • Stand for extended periods

  • Use of PPE as required


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Posted 2025-09-16

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