Technician - II (AM)

Job purpose

The Technician II, maintains component and bulk product supply to packaging lines, washes and assists with filler assembly, disassemble, set-ups and changeovers. Operates filling lines and packaging equipment in a safe manner and maintains compliance with cGMP and SOP requirements. Will be required to perform set-up, changeover and troubleshooting of Primary and secondary packaging equipment such as, Fillers, Drum Transfer Pumps, Cartoner, Case Packer and Banders.

Duties and responsibilities

- Technical responsibilities

- Perform mechanical setup, calibration, and adjustment of automated filling systems during product changeovers.

- Replace and maintained mechanical components including O-rings, valves, pumps, and nozzle assemblies to ensure proper equipment functionality.

- Conduct detailed mechanical trouble shooting as it pertains to container closure, folding station, and tube holders etc.

- Change embossing/coding block characters (expiration date and batch number) for labels and cartons as specified on the packaging work order (PWO).

- Changeover and set-up (and change parts as required) of secondary packaging equipment – cartoner, labeler, pester/bundler and case packer, Carton Tracker based on established change parts and parameter values.

- Assist mechanics in doing preventive and corrective maintenance tasks.

- Set-up, monitor and adjust fill weights throughout the operation ensuring minimal overfill.

- Assemble and disassemble equipment such as fillers, manifolds, tube holders and supply pumps.

- Perform filler changeovers, set-ups and troubleshooting.

- Configure and adjust process parameters through HMI interfaces for automated filling and packaging systems, including program selection, recipe management, and format changeovers to ensure accurate machine operation and product quality.

- Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical issues in packaging and filling equipment using appropriate tools and diagnostic techniques.

- Install, align, adjust, and replace mechanical components such as pumps, valves, pistons conveyors, and dosing systems.

- Dismantle, inspect, overhaul, and reassemble machinery and equipment to maintain operational efficiency.

- Collaborate with maintenance team members to resolve complex mechanical and operational problems.

- Conduct routine inspections and mechanical assessments to identify wear, defects, and potential failures.

- Calibrate and adjust equipment settings to ensure accuracy, safety, and product quality standards.

- Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying mechanical inefficiencies and recommending corrective actions.

- Sign off required line start-up documentation in the primary and secondary areas prior to production run.

- Assist with training of new hires.

- Administrative responsibilities.

- Supply filling lines with components and bulk product for packaging.

- Ensure drum and lot changes are completed effectively and on-time with minimal bulk waste.

- Prepare detergent and sanitizing agents with the correct dilution factor.

- Sanitize filling rooms as per standard operating procedure.

- Perform housekeeping tasks such as washing floors, walls etc.

- Perform line clearance processes both inside filling rooms and secondary packaging area.

- Complete G.M.P. documents right first time, for example cleaning & sanitization records, packaging batch records, non-stationary equipment logs etc.

- Wash and sanitize wetted change parts for fillers and supply pumps.

- Work with safety in mind with respect to all assigned tasks.

- Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

- Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

- Minimum of two years’ experience in a manufacturing/packaging environment is required.

- Experience in pharmaceutical industry is preferred.

- Experience with general tools and equipment including filling, cartooning, pumps and motorized material handling equipment is preferred.

- Experience with packaging changeover and set-up is required.

- Able to resolve minor and advance difficulties such as starting and stopping fillers, clearing “jam–ups” is required

- Candidates are required to be able to add subtract, divide multiple, calculate average and percentages.

- Excellent command of the English language combined with strong written, comprehension and oral communication skills is required.

- Excellent interpersonal skills.

- Ability to use a computer including Microsoft, SAP and Manufacturing Execution Software (MES) is preferred

- Knowledge and understanding of cGMP’s compliance is required

- Forklift certification is preferred.

- WHMIS training preferred.

- Mechanical aptitude is a must

Working conditions

- Overtime will be required. This may be additional time during the work week and / or on weekends.

- Unless pre-arranged the position is considered to be a “rotational shift“ based on 37.5 hours per week (bi-weekly rotational is only for continental shift).

- GMP garments required to be worn within the manufacturing environment.

Physical requirements

- Ability to safely lift up to 60 lbs.

- Operate lifting devices such as drum lifters, pallet trucks and pallet wrappers.

- A significant time will be spent washing and sanitizing equipment resulting in exposure to water, cleaning agents and a high humidity environment.

- Ability to able to stand for long periods of time. Also, bend, squat and walk throughout the day.

Direct reports

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