Perrigo Company plc · 1 day ago
Packaging Mechanic - Days
Milton, VT
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$24.31/hr - $24.31/hr
2+ years expPerrigo Company is a leading provider of self-care products, dedicated to enhancing the wellbeing of consumers. They are seeking a highly motivated Packaging Mechanic to maintain and troubleshoot mechanical aspects of packaging and manufacturing equipment, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures.
BiotechnologyManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting the mechanical aspects of packaging and manufacturing process equipment and piping systems in compliance with standard operating procedures and ensuring such machinery operates in a clean organized environment
Performs machine rebuilding, repair and troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and moving equipment. Including, but not limited to: packaging equipment, sanitary valves and their actuators, sanitary pumps, gear and belt driven assemblies and conveyors, including belt and chain tension and alignment
Performs general building maintenance for the facility grounds, HVAC, plumbing systems
Creates and completes general work orders, documenting legibly, clearly, and concisely. Interfaces and communicates with other mechanics and technicians across all shifts in a team environment
Continuously looks for and helps to implement improvements to the process, relative to safety, quality and productivity. Performs special projects and other related duties specific to the department as assigned
Must work in a clean and organized manner and is responsible for maintaining order (5S) in their workspace as well as in the Maintenance Shop
Participate in training/career development activities as assigned. Other duties throughout the plant, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Requires completion of a high school diploma, General Education Development (GED) or equivalency
Two plus years solid work experience in a variety of maintenance skills in an industrial maintenance setting or comparable environment
Ability to properly utilize hand and power tools to perform general maintenance activities
Demonstrated cooperative work conduct and the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision following oral and written directions
Ability to read and utilize equipment repair/rebuild manuals and drawings
Computer skills in Microsoft Suite and experience with Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) such as SAP with the ability to navigate through computer-based training systems and use them as part of daily work
General knowledge of Utility Systems (Steam, Water, Gas) and how they support an Industrial Manufacturing plant operation
Ability to read, write, and comprehend English at a level sufficient to accurately follow safety protocols, operating procedures (SOPs, WIs), regulatory signage, and verbal instructions
Must meet all locally defined training requirements
Works from ladders, man lifts, and requires ability to continuously lift 20 pounds (9 kilograms) or equivalency and up to 50 pounds (22 kilograms) or equivalency frequently
Must be able to stand on concrete floors for up to 12 hours
Must be able to stoop, squat, and bend
Must be able to work in confined spaces and in high areas using proper procedures with ability to have sustained reach laterally and above shoulder height
Must be able to frequently grasp objects, small hand tools, calipers, etc
Must possess sufficient visual and audio acuity to work safely and accurately in an industrial environment
Must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment to comply with hazardous procedures
May be required to wear negative and/or positive pressure respirators daily for long periods of time
Must be medically cleared to wear respirators without restrictions
Must be clean shaven to seal area of the tight fitting respirator
Must be able to comply with locally required worker safety, environmental and health practices
Preferred
Mechanic certification in complex industrial or automotive repair/rebuild procedures
Welding and/or machinist certification(s)
Experience operating a lathe, mill and other fabrication equipment
Benefits
Medical
Vision
Dental
401K Matching
Tuition Reimbursement
Quarterly Bonus
Company
Perrigo Company plc
Perrigo is a Top 10 player in the European Consumer Self-Care market and the largest U.S. store brand provider of over the counter and infant formula.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.58BKey Investors
Starboard Value
2024-09-12Post Ipo Debt· $1.08B
2023-11-10Post Ipo Debt· $300M
2022-04-20Post Ipo Debt· $2.6B
Leadership Team
David Ball
Executive Vice President, Chief Brand and Digital Officer
Charles Atkinson
General Counsel
Recent News
2026-01-06
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