Job Description:

Who We Are

Ott Scientific

The Ott Scientific family of companies comprises Polysciences, Bangs Laboratories, and Ethos Biosciences. Together, we bring the whole of our experience with best-in-class facilities and scientific, technical, analytical, and manufacturing capabilities to serve customers around the globe. We deliver highly specialized products and services that support scientific discovery and innovations.

Polysciences

Polysciences technical operations and scientific laboratories offer custom synthesis, contract manufacturing and packaging, and laboratory products. We are proud to offer a broad range of products and tailored solutions for the life sciences, bioprocessing, microparticles, medical device, specialty chemical and eChem industries. We adhere to ISO13485:2016, FDA cGMP 21 CFR 820 regulations, and SOCMA’s ChemStewards® Management System. We believe the best scientific innovations are built through collaborations.

The Production Mechanic is responsible for ensuring the contract manufacturing/packaging equipment is properly set up and functioning to enable an efficient, safe, and reliable operation.  This position conducts routine troubleshooting and corrective/preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment including filling/sealing machines, conveyors, labelers, tapers, pumps, etc.  This role routinely interfaces with operators and equipment suppliers, makes repairs and acquire spare parts and technical information for repairs.    This role requires a strong craftsman skills background and the ability to manage and prioritize changing tasks efficiently.  This will be a 2nd shift position working a 4day/10-hour M-Th night shift position 3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Essential Functions: Fundamental and critical tasks, duties, and responsibilities necessary for position to be performed effectively.

• Conduct regular preventive maintenance on packaging machinery to ensure optimal performance.


• Inspects and identifies potential issues or defects in equipment.


• Diagnose and troubleshoot packaging machine issues including electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic problems.


• Responds promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.


• Install and set up new machinery as needed.


• Executes repairs and replacement of defective or worn-out parts.


• Maintains an accurate record of maintenance activities, repairs, and spare parts inventory.


• Provides input for equipment improvement and replacement decisions.


• Routinely changes equipment setup for different products.


• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to track work orders and manage inventory.


• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while working on machinery.


• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance.


• Identify cost-effective solutions for maintenance and repair activities.


• Coordinates with production and QC/QA teams, to address packaging concerns.


• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

Qualifications

Education Required: High School Diploma/GED         

Preferred: Trade or Technical School                

Certification(s): Relevant professional certifications, such as Electronics or Mechatronics Tech, Industrial/Packaging Mechanic are preferred.

Computer Skills Required: Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred. Proficient in using maintenance management software

Other qualifications:

• 3-5 years’ experience in Packaging equipment set up and repair.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.


• Proficient in using maintenance hand tools.


• Ability to operate powered industrial trucks and scissor lift.

What We Offer

Culture

Great people

Peer to Peer Recognition

Broader, hands-on work experience

Clean and Modern Equipment & Labs

Fun company events

Competitive Wages & Generous Year-end Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

4 Medical PPO Medical Plans with Telemedicine, Rx, & Vision

2 Dental Plans

Healthcare, Dependent care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with company match

Financial Health & Wellness w/1:1 Coaching

Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance

Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Illness

Paid Time Off

Short & Long-term Disability

9 Paid Holidays

Must have legal authorization to work in the US and will not require sponsorship.

Polysciences is an equal opportunity employer. Drug-free workplace. Tobacco-free work site.

Polysciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons.  Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

Find us here Poly 424

This role requires a strong craftsman skills background and the ability to manage and prioritize changing tasks efficiently.

Essential Functions: Fundamental and critical tasks, duties, and responsibilities necessary for position to be performed effectively.

• Conduct regular preventive maintenance on packaging machinery to ensure optimal performance.


• Inspects and identifies potential issues or defects in equipment.


• Diagnose and troubleshoot packaging machine issues including electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic problems.


• Responds promptly to equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime.


• Install and set up new machinery as needed.


• Executes repairs and replacement of defective or worn-out parts.


• Maintains an accurate record of maintenance activities, repairs, and spare parts inventory.


• Provides input for equipment improvement and replacement decisions.


• Routinely changes equipment setup for different products.


• Utilize computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) to track work orders and manage inventory.

• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines while working on machinery.


• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and equipment performance.


• Identify cost-effective solutions for maintenance and repair activities.


• Coordinates with production and QC/QA teams, to address packaging concerns.


• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

Qualifications

Education Required: High School Diploma/GED                                                  Preferred: Trade or Technical School                      

Certification(s): Specify preferred or required.

Relevant professional certifications, such as Electronics or Mechatronics Tech, Industrial/Packaging Mechanic are preferred.

Computer Skills Required: Specify preferred or required.

Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook) preferred. Proficient in using maintenance management software

Other qualifications:

3-5 years’ experience in Packaging equipment set up and repair.

Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Proficient in using maintenance hand tools.

Ability to operate powered industrial trucks and scissor lift.

Immediate Work Environment:

X- Chemicals                     Unprotected Height            Fumes/Gases           Persistent Noise

X-PPE used: Arc Flash Clothing. Gloves, safety shoes/glasses

Work Activity: (must equal number of hours worked per day)              

Stand:     4             Frequency:  Continuously                             Walk:     4             Frequency:  Continuously            

Sit:          1             Frequency:  Intermittently                           Drive:      0             Frequency:  Intermittently          

Lift/Carry Demands

Frequency:                                                            Lift/Carry Equipment Provided:

0-10 lbs.                 More than 3 hours a day    Carts/jacks

11-25 lbs.              1-3 hours a day                    Carts/jacks

26-50 lbs.              Less than 1 hour a day        Utilizing industrial lifting equipment

51-75 lbs.              Not Daily                                Utilizing industrial lifting equipment

76-100 lbs.            Not Daily                                Utilizing industrial lifting equipment

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