Packaging Mechanic - Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc.

Division Overview:

 

Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. is a generic pharmaceutical manufacturer and distributor and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Aurobindo Pharma Limited, a leading generic pharmaceutical company based in India. Headquartered in HITEC City, Hyderabad, India, founded in 1986 and becoming a public company in India in 1992.

 

Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. is committed to delivering a broad portfolio of quality, affordable generic pharmaceuticals to pharmacists and patients.  Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. adds value through superior customer service in the distribution of a broad line of generic pharmaceuticals, leveraging vertical integration and efficient controlled processes.  Aurobindo has business operations in more than 125 countries around the world. Aurobindo is a global pharmaceutical company with a broad portfolio of generic drugs that includes more than 180 product families and 450 individual product packages.

 

Aurobindo markets over 80% of the top 100 most prescribed products in the world.  In past years, Aurobindo has received more ANDA approvals than any of our competitors.  Aurobindo is now ranked 2nd among pharmaceutical companies based on Total Prescriptions Dispensed. (We are#27 in 2010)

 

AuroPackaging (APK) is a division of Aurobindo USA that plays a primary role in converting the Bulk from our manufacturing sites to Finished Goods (FG) as per AuroHealth (AH) requirements.

Job Overview:

Perform packaging line setup and maintenance of packaging line equipment. Perform manufacturing and facility equipment maintenance, installations and repairs as needed by customers or determined through routine audits including but not limited to carpentry, electrical, plumbing (boilers, chillers, dust collector, air handling unit, fire alarm system etc) and light construction. Work with various departments to troubleshoot and resolve issues. Complete emergency repairs as needed

Responsibilities:

• Perform packaging line setup and maintenance of packaging line equipment.
• Performed manufacturing and facility equipment maintenance, installations and repairs as needed by customers or determined through routine audits including but not limited to carpentry, electrical, plumbing (boilers, chillers, dust collector, air handling unit, fire alarm system etc) and light construction.
• Work with various departments to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Complete emergency repairs as needed.
• Complete preventative maintenance on equipment and building systems as established in department procedures and audits, and required by regulatory agencies.
• Maintain inventory of spare parts, consumables and change tooling equipment.
• Monitor Facilities and Manufacturing operating equipment on a daily basis, troubleshooting problems and inefficiencies and recommending possible solutions.
• Coordinate the services of outside vendors when necessary. Identify existing and potential operational problems and inefficiencies and recommend resolutions.
• Assist in developing and maintaining required documentation including but not limited to blue prints, plans, and permits according to Company Sop’s and the requirements of external parties.
• May perform other related duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications - Skills & Requirements:

• Thorough working knowledge of relevant systems and equipment and the related regulatory requirements needed; mastery of more than one trade required.
• Good communications, customer service and technical skills necessary.

Education & Experience:

• High school or Diploma in Mechanical or electrical background.
• Up to three years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience, including experience repairing packaging line, manufacturing equipment and facility equipment.

Physical Requirements:WAREHOUSE OR PRODUCTION POSITION – While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to: Regularly lift and/or move objects 10-50lbs Frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl Occasionally required to sit and climb or balance Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust and focus The worker is subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside Medium work Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Additional Physical Requirements:Blood/Fluid Exposure Risk:Category III: Tasks involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer:Aurobindo Pharma USA, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.