Production Maintenance Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION Production Maintenance Technician

Location: Carrollton, TX

Position Summary

The Production Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing sophisticated packaging equipment in a FDA-regulated manufacturing environment. This role combines technical expertise with production support, ensuring optimal equipment performance while maintaining strict cGMP compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on packaging equipment including horizontal pouch machines, vertical baggers, stick pack machines, auger fillers, and vibratory pill counters
• Conduct electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and electronic troubleshooting and repairs
• Execute equipment changeovers and setups between production runs
• Maintain pumps, compressors, and facility systems
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, mechanical drawings, and equipment manuals
• Operate packaging equipment during production as needed
• Assist production team with equipment setup and optimization
• Support quality control requirements during maintenance activities
• Respond to emergency equipment breakdowns to minimize production downtime
• Complete work orders and maintenance records using computerized maintenance management system
• Maintain cGMP compliance during all maintenance activities
• Document equipment modifications and repairs per FDA requirements
• Participate in equipment validation and qualification activities
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify opportunities for equipment improvements and efficiency gains
• Recommend preventive maintenance schedule adjustments
• Support implementation of new equipment and technology

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience with packaging equipment, preferably form-fill-seal systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Basic math proficiency for measurements and calculations
• Excellent communication skills with production staff and management
• Ability to work in fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Physical requirements: lifting up to 50 lbs, standing/walking throughout shift

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in FDA-regulated or cGMP manufacturing environment
• Basic welding/fabrication skills
• Vertical bagger experience

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Temp/Hire Full Time
• Pay $27+/hr