Description:
At Wyeth, we have a vision of leading the way to a healthier world. We've committed ourselves to achieving this vision by making quality, integrity and excellence the hallmarks of our business. A Fortune 500 company and global leader in pharmaceuticals, consumer healthcare, and animal healthcare products, we know that our employees are who keep us on the cutting edge of innovative discoveries and superior customer service. To sustain and enhance our leadership position in the pharmaceutical industry, we continue to recruit, develop and motivate individuals whose skills, values, and work ethic will grow and improve our business.
Job Summary
Performs specific assignments to ensure that equipment in various manufacturing, packaging and related areas operate properly and is maintained. Operates, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs equipment associated with the packaging of pharmaceutical products. Performs routine preventive maintenance, equipment changeovers, equipment cleaning and set-up. Performs duties with advanced skill on many different types of equipment. Applies advanced working knowledge and experience to independently improve maintenance techniques and operations.
Job Responsibilities
Adheres strictly to all cGMP’s, PPG’s, regulatory and safety standards and procedures to ensure the quality and integrity of products and safety of employees
Keeps working area in a clean and orderly condition according to PPG’s and 5S principles
Ensures that all machine guards, interlocks and other safety devices are properly installed and maintained in good working order. Follows established lockout procedures when working on equipment
Adjusts or replaces machine parts as necessary to facilitate the repair and/or changeover of equipment to manufacture or package various products
Troubleshoots and maintains manufacturing and/or packaging equipment at required operating levels, through the performance of proper preventive maintenance and major overhauls in order to meet departmental production standards on equipment in several lines
Records in respective logbooks all lubrication, maintenance or repairs made on equipment in accordance with the department’s preventive maintenance program
Reports all accidents, incidents, near misses, and potential hazards to supervision immediately
Assists Operators to maintain good production standards through occasional operation or guidance of manufacturing or packaging equipment
Performs other duties as requested by supervision to maintain plant operations
Functions in a teamwork-based environment to maximize productivity, safety and quality. Works with other less experienced mechanics to improve their skills and troubleshooting abilities.
Completes all required training on all aspects of the operation; PPG’s, batch record & documentation requirements, safety and cGMP’s.
Assists in the training of new employees.
Basic Qualifications
High School Diploma (or equivalent)
Must score at least 60% on the Standard Timing Model test. Journeyman certificate preferred, but not required.
Two years as an Operations Mechanic III, or five years relevant work experience in a manufacturing, commercial or construction environment.
Must successfully complete required skills tests including Wyeth’s basic computer navigation skills assessment. Requires the ability to detect small defects in high-speed packaging machinery operations. Must demonstrate knowledge in diagnosing and repairing industrial hydraulic, electrical or mechanical equipment.
Relocation is not available for this position.
Wyeth offers competitive compensation and benefits programs, including child-care subsidies, flex-time, business casual attire, educational assistance and professional development programs.
For more information and to apply online, please visit us at: www.wyeth.com/careers
Wyeth is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.
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