This position is responsible for performing mechanical repair and improvement to existing or new equipment, facilities, and systems. 

Duties & Responsibilities

• Adhere to plant safety requirements and plant policies.   
• Adhere to all current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) requirements.   
• Perform maintenance and construction tasks as assigned.   
• Troubleshoot mechanical problems.   
• Perform housekeeping tasks.   
• Monitor operation of plant equipment and systems to minimize unplanned downtime.   
• Report and investigate accidents and incidents to supervisor.   
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.   

Analytical Ability/Problem Solving/Technical skills

• Good verbal and written communication abilities and good analytical abilities. 
• Troubleshooting skills. 
• Ability to select and use mechanical tools. 
• Planning, Scheduling, and prioritizing skills. 
• Ability to work overtime as needed. 

Level of Supervision Needed 

•  Ability to work proactively with supervisory direction. 

Education and/or Experience

High School Diploma, General Educational Development (GED) or equivalent. 

• 2 years of general maintenance experience required. 
• Technical training in areas of electrical, mechanical and other related fields preferred. 

Safety/Essential Functions 

• Must be capable of lifting containers weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Must be able to evacuate the plant, reporting to appropriate assigned muster point, in the event of an emergency or drill. 
• Must be capable of working in adverse weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, etc.). 
• Must be able to use equipment within its design limits (weight limit on a ladder, for example). 
• Must be able to work from heights (including elevated platform, scaffolds, lifts and ladders). 
• Must be able to work in an environment where chemical odors may exist at permissible threshold limits of exposure. 
• Must be able to climb and descend stairs and ladders. 
• Must be able to safely handle hazardous chemicals on a regular basis. 
• Must be able to wear a respirator or an air hood. 
• Must be able to use all available or assigned personal protective equipment and tools. 
• Must be able to use readily available fall protection equipment (current standard fall protection and rescue equipment is rated at 310 pounds). 
• Must be able to use equipment within its design limits (weight limit on a ladder, for example).