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Onsite Personnel LLC

Packaging Mechanic

Newtown, PA

The ideal candidate will bring strong mechanical aptitude, prior experience with pharmaceutical packaging systems, and the ability to perform real-time troubleshooting to minimize downtime and ...

Onsite Personnel LLC

Packaging Mechanic

Newtown, PA

The ideal candidate will bring strong mechanical aptitude, prior experience with pharmaceutical packaging systems, and the ability to perform real-time troubleshooting to minimize downtime and ...

Compunnel, Inc.

Packaging Mechanic

Somerset, NJ · On-site

$40/hr

Job Summary The Packaging Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing pharmaceutical packaging equipment to support high-speed operations. This role ensures validated ...

Tris Pharma

Packaging Mechanic

Monmouth Junction, NJ · On-site

$73K - $85K/yr

High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 3 years packaging mechanic experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Mechanic II: High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 5 years ...

Tris Pharma

Packaging Mechanic

Monmouth Junction, NJ · On-site

$73K - $85K/yr

High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 3 years packaging mechanic experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Mechanic II: High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 5 years ...

Tris Pharma Inc

Packaging Mechanic

Monmouth Junction, NJ

$73K - $85K/yr

High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 3 years packaging mechanic experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Mechanic II: High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 5 years ...

Mintex Technology

Packaging Mechanic

Manassas, VA · On-site

Packaging Mechanic (Pharmaceutical Manufacturing) Location: Manassas, VA Work Type: Full-Time Job Summary The Packaging Mechanic is responsible for setup, changeover, and maintenance tasks on ...

Open Scientific

Packaging Mechanic

Bohemia, NY · On-site

Company Description A rapidly growing pharmaceutical manufacturer with several locations in Bohemia is seeking Packaging Mechanics for both 1st and 2nd shifts. * Perform PM's per Preventative ...

System One

Packaging Mechanic

Monmouth Junction, NJ · On-site

$40/hr

Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical / Biotech packaging mechanic experience * Strong electrical background * Hands-on experience with fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers ...

Mintex Technology

Packaging Mechanic

Manassas, VA · On-site

$97K/yr

Packaging Mechanic * Location : Manassas, Virginia * Duration : Full Time / Permanent * Salary up ... pharmaceutical manufacturing industries in a maintenance mechanic role. Required Knowledge

System One

Packaging Mechanic I

Monmouth Junction, NJ · On-site

$40/hr

Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical / Biotech packaging mechanic experience * Strong electrical background * Hands-on experience with fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers ...

System One

Packaging Mechanic I

Monmouth Junction, NJ · On-site

$40/hr

Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical / Biotech packaging mechanic experience * Strong electrical background * Hands-on experience with fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers ...

Open Scientific

Blister Packaging Mechanic

Brentwood, NY · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

Do you want something stable and long term? A pharmaceutical company is looking for experienced Packaging Mechanics with blister experience. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a ...

System One

Packaging Mechanic I

Monmouth Junction, NJ · On-site

$40/hr

Minimum 3 years of pharmaceutical / Biotech packaging mechanic experience * Strong electrical background * Hands-on experience with fillers, cappers, labelers, cartoners, bundlers, shrink wrappers ...

Cipla

Packaging Mechanic - DPI

Hauppauge, NY · On-site

$30 - $39/hr

Packaging Mechanic Department: Packaging Location: Central Islip or Hauppauge, NY Employment Type ... Knowledge of fundamental cGMP and regulatory requirements in a pharmaceutical manufacturing ...

Gemini Pharmaceuticals Inc

Packaging Mechanic

Commack, NY · On-site

$18 - $20.50/hr

Packaging Department Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and servicing packaging equipment to ensure efficient production operations. This includes performing ...

Cipla

Packaging Mechanic - DPI

Hauppauge, NY · On-site

$30 - $39/hr

Packaging Mechanic Department: Packaging Location: Central Islip or Hauppauge, NY Employment Type ... Knowledge of fundamental cGMP and regulatory requirements in a pharmaceutical manufacturing ...

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Packaging Mechanic

Newtown, PA

Onsite Personnel LLC
1 - 5K employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

The Packaging Mechanic will support oral solid dosage (OSD) packaging operations through the setup, adjustment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of automated and semi-automated equipment. This role ensures that packaging lines operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with cGMP and FDA requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong mechanical aptitude, prior experience with pharmaceutical packaging systems, and the ability to perform real-time troubleshooting to minimize downtime and maintain product quality.

Responsibilities: Packaging Mechanic:
  • Set up, operate, and adjust OSD packaging equipment such as unscramblers, fillers, cottoners, desiccant feeders, induction sealers, labelers, outserters, and case sealers.
  • Perform changeovers for different products and configurations in accordance with approved setup sheets and SOPs.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical issues and perform timely repairs to maintain line performance and reduce downtime.
  • Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance and minor mechanical overhauls, documenting all activities in equipment logbooks.
  • Ensure full compliance with Master Batch Records (MBRs), SOPs, safety requirements, and cGMP expectations at all times.
  • Collaborate with Production, Quality Assurance, and Engineering teams to resolve deviations and equipment-related issues.
We are looking for applicants with: Packaging Mechanic:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; trade school or vocational training in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance preferred.
  • Minimum 3–5 years of experience as a Packaging Mechanic in a pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or GMP-regulated environment.
  • Demonstrated mechanical proficiency in operating, setting up, and troubleshooting OSD packaging lines.
  • Experience with bottle, blister, or pouch packaging equipment strongly preferred.
  • Strong understanding of cGMP, GDP, and FDA regulatory requirements for packaging operations.
  • Ability to interpret equipment manuals, mechanical drawings, and setup documentation.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.