Packaging Mechanic

Nutra-Med Packaging LLC

Nutra-Med Packaging LLC provided pay range. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

$24.00/hr - $49.00/hr

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Mechanic to join our team in Whippany, NJ. As a Mechanic, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing packaging equipment, ensuring they operate safely and efficiently. Step into a pivotal role where engineering meets efficiency. As a Mechanic, you’ll be the driving force behind the seamless operation of our high-performance packaging systems.

This isn’t just about machines—it’s about mastering the art of production, ensuring quality, and empowering teams.

Ensure packaging lines are properly tooled and configured for optimal performance, setting the stage for smooth operations.

• Line Setup & Tooling Mastery
• Process Optimization – Set and monitor process parameters in strict alignment with documented standards, ensuring consistency and compliance.
• Mechanical Troubleshooting – Diagnose and resolve mechanical issues swiftly to minimize downtime and maintain production flow.
• Quality Collaboration – Partner with Quality Assurance to identify and resolve packaging-related quality concerns, ensuring every product meets our gold standard.
• Efficiency & Waste Reduction – Champion machine efficiency while implementing strategies to reduce material waste and maximize output.
• Documentation & Reporting – Maintain accurate and timely machine documentation to support audits, traceability, and continuous improvement.
• Operator Training – Share your expertise by training operators on equipment use, safety protocols, and best practices.
• Regulatory Compliance Support – Assist the Production Supervisor in upholding cGMP, DEA, and OSHA standards across the production floor.
• Safety Leadership – Ensure all machinery and production lines meet safety requirements and operate within established guidelines.
• Line Clearance Authority – Oversee and authorize line clearance procedures to maintain product integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Automation & Controls Expertise – Apply your working knowledge of PLCs and automation systems to enhance machine functionality and reliability.
• Equipment Proficiency – Operate and maintain a range of specialized equipment including inkjet printers (continuous and thermal), UV printers, blister packaging machines, bottle fillers, cartoners, and vision systems.
• Continuous Improvement Advocate – Identify opportunities for process enhancements, equipment upgrades, and layout optimizations to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Cross-Functional Support – Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Operations, contributing to broader operational goals.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, regulated environment and enjoys blending technical skill with strategic thinking. If you're ready to make a measurable impact and grow with a team that values precision and progress, we’d love to hear from you.

• PLC Troubleshooting Skills
• Equipment Troubleshooting
• Electrical Schematics
• Troubleshooting Skills
• Machine Building/Assembling
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Blueprint Reading

• Labeling Systems (Zebra, Panther)
• Packaging Machines (Körber)
• Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.