Packaging Mechanic - Lupin Pharmaceuticals Inc.

Lupin is comprised of a fast growing, innovative and robust team of manufacturing, Research and Development and commercial divisions. Together these entities make up the generic and branded U.S. business. Lupin has a significant generic pipeline, and a branded focus on women’s health. Our first Research and Development facility in the US is located in Coral Springs, Florida which focuses on generic and branded orally inhaled and nasal drug products. Somerset, New Jersey is home to one of Fifteen commercial manufacturing sites globally and the only commercial manufacturing facility in the United States for Lupin, as well as additional Research and Development teams. Lupin is prided on being people-focused and centered around how impactful we are with our customers. Dollars are not a measure of success but rather the people we help along the way.

The Packaging Mechanic is responsible for providing support to the packaging activities at Lupin Somerset. The individual in this role will participate in the operation, setup, changeovers, troubleshooting, repairs and Preventive Maintenance of various packaging equipment. This role requires effective maintenance and operation of the packaging lines as per the designed/ validated speeds and quality parameters. This job also responsible providing on the job requires training and development of the packaging operators on the line, cGMP documentation such as work orders, PM documentation and interface with the equipment vendors for effective problem solving.Position will report to Associate Director, Engineerng. This is a third - shift schedule: 10:00 pm -6:00 pm

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform changeovers, set-up/adjustments and operates packaging line equipment as per the validated parameters with the support from the packaging operators.
• Train and develop packaging operator skills on line operations
• Meet the productivity and quality goals as per the monthly, weekly and shift schedules.
• Perform packaging operations activities as assigned by supervisor.
•  Perform Preventive Maintenance, break down, troubleshooting such as mechanical, electrical/electronics, PLC and pneumatic but not limited to, and implement corrective actions.
•  Interface with equipment vendors in effective maintenance, trouble shooting and continuous improvement of the line performance.
  
•  Supports designs and aids in fabrication of machine modifications as per business requirement and Assist in the execution of any Capital Improvement Projects.
•  Respond to emergency calls.
•  Follow all SOPs, cGMP compliance and Safety guidelines and supports in Quality investigations and implementation of CAPA.
  
•  Establishes and maintains spare parts inventory.
•  Expected to work at a constant reasonable pace, neatly and efficiently, and as a team player with other employees.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
• Minimum of High school diploma and a diploma /certification on mechanical engineering. , Equipment/Trouble Shooting Training desired.
• 2-5 years of experience in a Pharmaceutical environment

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Solid understanding of cGMP practices and compliance guidelines.
• Ability to read, comprehend and follow equipment manuals, SOPs written in English
•  Understanding of HMI’s, electronics and their interface with equipment operation
   Experience with Tablet/Capsule, liquid, and powder filling operations, a plus along with serialization systems.
• Knowledge of SAP, a plus.
• General troubleshooting skills in mechanical, electrical, and pneumatics necessary to diagnose, disassemble, repair and reassemble equipment

Lupin  is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification as required by applicable law.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements of the position generally include: standing, walking, sitting, using hands and fingers, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing. In some circumstances, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and crawling may apply. This position may require lifting up to 15 pounds occasionally. Generally work is performed in an office environment.

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