Maintenance Technician

DescriptionFirst Priority, Inc. is the animal health industry's premier manufacturer and supplier of generic pharmaceutical products located in Elgin, IL. We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Maintenance Technician to join our team. The Maintenance Technician will play a crucial role in ensuring our organization runs production efficiently and smoothly meeting our customers expectations.General SummaryConducts machine set-up, troubleshooting, repairs and preventive maintenance service. Performs mechanic skills including mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic repairs of packaging and production machines in a cGMP environmentPrimary ResponsibilitiesAll duties as assigned and the following specific activities:Provide Set up, diagnostic evaluation, and inline adjustments of liquid filling and associated equipment.Perform maintenance, service & repairs, and is responsible for performing scheduled preventive maintenance of liquid fillers, pumps, conveyors, Air compressor, and coding equipment consistent with Quality and Performance standardsWorking knowledge of Kiss, Epak, Oden, and Accutek liquid fillers or similar equipmentTech should also have knowledge of Kiss, and Kapsall automatic cappers.Setup and cleaning and repair of coding equipment (Videojet, U2)Must understand containers and chemicals related to the machines.Must have excellent abilities with all standard maintenance tools and shop equipment.Troubleshooting and Repair Blenders, agitators, pumps, tanks and Filling/Packaging MachinesGeneral facility maintenance including Plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry.Perform preventative maintenance of equipment to prevent unscheduled downtime and consistent performance levels (i.e. tanks, air compressor, blending, HVAC, etc.)Clean and maintain video jets as requiredPrepare required documentation to meet cGMP requirements for equipment maintenance and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)Where required, assist production personnel to facilitate proper cleaning of equipment by removing critical equipment components and changing partsAssist with building maintenance and repairs as required (i.e. snow removal, lighting, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.)Set-up and test new or “new” used equipment (i.e. tube fillers, new lines, conveyors)Assist with the execution of IQ/OQ and ValidationsContact and coordinate services with third party vendors when necessarySubmit reports of department activities as requestedMaintain stock of supplies (i.e. tools, bits, spare parts, pump O-rings, etc.)Develop systems or modify existing systems as neededWorks in accordance with all company policies and proceduresFollows proper health and safety guidelines (i.e. PPE, safety regulations, etc.)Housekeeping. Maintain and keep work area according to cGMP’sRequirementsQUALIFICATIONS:Education And/or ExperienceMust understand containers and chemicals related to the machines.Must have excellent abilities with all standard maintenance tools and shop equipment.3-5 years of experience as a Maintenance tech in liquid filling manufacturing or similar experience preferred.5 or more years’ experience in equipment repair.Mechanical Skills including: Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Pumps, Bearings, Chains and Belting, Conveying Systems, Valves and Mechanical Troubleshooting. Ability to read and use mechanical drawings.Electrical Skills including: Basic Electricity, Volt Meter and Amp Probe, AC/DC Motors and Control Systems, Basic Schematic Reading, Basic PLC Knowledge and Electrical Troubleshooting. Ability to read and use electrical and pneumatic diagrams and schematics.Machine Shop Skills including: Welding and Fabrication a plusProgrammable logic controllers: 1 year (Preferred)Mechanical knowledge: 3-5 years (Preferred)TrainingOn the job training:SDS/Hazardous AwarenesscGMPLock-out/Tag-outappropriate SOP’s per department requirementsReasoning AbilityFamiliarity and understanding of safe mechanical practicesAbility to exercise judgment to develop preventative programs, analyze and troubleshoot equipment breakdownsWork EnvironmentFactory setting, medium to high noise levelTemperature controlled environmentRegularly exposed to elements such as odor, noise, dust, chemicalsRequires long periods of standing (85-100%)Ability to lift objects and containers up to 30 pounds on a daily basisTools And EquipmentFork LiftScissors liftHand and power toolsGrindersAppropriate personnel protective equipmentPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.FLSA: Non-ExemptBenefits401(k)Dental insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursementVision insurance