Maintenance Mechanic – Pharmaceutical Equipment
Description

Position Summary

Are you a skilled mechanic or technician looking for an exciting opportunity in the pharmaceutical industry? Join our team and play a key role in keeping our state-of-the-art manufacturing and packaging equipment running at peak performance. You’ll work hands-on with advanced machinery, help maintain facility upgrades, and be part of a collaborative team that produces critical healthcare products. 

  

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Hauppauge, NY 

Works Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00AM – 4:30PM; 4:30PM - 1:00AM 

Pay Range: $24.00 - $40.00 per hour, depending on experience and shift

Start Date: ASAP


What Makes This Role Exciting

  • Work on high-tech, industrial-level equipment in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
  • Be part of a team that produces products impacting consumer health and well-being.
  • Opportunity to troubleshoot and solve complex mechanical and electrical challenges.
  • Hands-on experience with cutting-edge machinery and automation systems.
  • Career growth potential in a company that values skill development and cross-training.

Why Join CPC?

At CPC, you’ll be part of a team that has set the standard in pharmaceutical development and contract manufacturing since 1971, helping bring high-quality OTC, dietary supplement, and prescription products to market faster and safer than ever. We pride ourselves on quality as a core value, innovative problem-solving, and a collaborative culture where everyone plays a role in advancing formulation and manufacturing excellence. CPC offers an inclusive, respectful workplace with opportunities to grow your skills and career while working with cutting-edge technologies and serving leading global brands. With a commitment to employee success, competitive benefits, and a culture built on teamwork and integrity, CPC is a place where your contributions truly make an impact. 

Requirements

Responsibilities

In this role, you will: 

  • Perform repairs, overhauls, and preventive maintenance on manufacturing and packaging equipment with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical issues efficiently.
  • Respond to emergency or unscheduled repairs to keep production running smoothly.
  • Maintain and upgrade facility equipment as required.
  • Safely use a variety of hand and power tools.
  • Document maintenance work and maintain equipment for optimal performance.
  • Assist in compiling operating instructions or standard procedures for equipment.
  • Support the team and take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED required; trade school or college coursework preferred.
  • Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with MIG/TIG welding, mills, turning machinery, or other industrial equipment.
  • Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or packaging is a plus. 

 Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: 

  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and mechanical diagrams.
  • Familiarity with PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) and VFDs (Variable Frequency Drives).
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Knowledge of company SOPs, GMPs, and safety guidelines.
  • Understanding of industrial production systems and machinery operations.