Packaging Mechanic

Driven by a bold pursuit of science and fueled by an unwavering commitment to patients, Sun Pharma is a leading global pharmaceutical company, providing high-quality medicines trusted by healthcare professionals and patients.

As part of our mission to Reach People and Touch Lives, we deliver Innovative Medicines, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products that improve the lives of millions of people. With a broadly diversified portfolio of products that span multiple therapeutic areas, we improve access to effective, affordable treatments that promote better health and well-being.

Reaching People. Touching Lives.

Job purpose

The Packaging Mechanic provides technical support by maintaining, repairing, setting-up, performing machine adjustments to equipment pertaining to the production of Sun drug products including but not limited to filling, packaging and compounding and Facilities equipment and is responsible for performance of the production lines.

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Duties and responsibilities

• Apply mechanical and electrical knowledge to perform, maintenance related activities include but not limited to the set-up, changeover, operating, troubleshooting, repair of pharmaceutical packaging, compounding, and all supporting auxiliary equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance and execute planned repair to improve equipment reliability and packaging efficiency. This includes but is not limited to ensuring all repairs are completed as per the appropriate equipment manuals without deviating from validated parameters. Must comply with safe lock-out procedures, impact assessments of any repair and repair work order documentation.
• Precision set up of printing and vision inspection system for serialization products.
• Follow defined process for MES and SAP.
• Develop and execute continuous improvement projects with a focus on improving safety, quality and efficiency
• Assist with the training of new hires (line service technicians, operators and mechanics).
• Provide training and guidance to line operators and line technicians ensuring the equipment is operated in a safe manner.
• Provide troubleshooting training to line service technicians and operators to minimize intermittent downtime.
• Assist with the design review and FAT for new equipment and upgrade legacy equipment.
• Execute Validation protocols.
• Monitor and advise management /mechanic lead hand regarding low stock for critical spare parts as well as consumable inventory items.
• Complete GMP documentation right first time in batch records and other relevant GMP documents
• Complete all training assignments and maintain personal training records
• Programming, and troubleshooting of PLC control systems,
• Installation and programming of VFD's
• Set-up & Initialization and monitoring & control devices
• Troubleshoot and maintain drives, electrical controls, electronic circuitry and related processes
• Update electrical drawing and documentation to ensure accuracy and availability
• Execute projects under the guidance of engineering related to electrical systems.
• Supporting Implementation of new control systems and applications such as serialization, automations, data backup, etc.
• Provide support for the installation and upgrade of PLC based hardware and software
• Identify potential or existing flaws, perfom1 troubleshooting based on computer-aided (CAD) formats
• Ability to read and understand electrical wiring diagrams, technical documents, schematic design specification
• Analyzes, diagnose, maintains, and repair direct digital control system components

Additional responsibility (Only applicable to customer facing roles)

Report any adverse event received from customers for company products to the pharmacovigilance department / Drug Safety on the same day or within 1 business day

Qualifications

• Excellent command of the English Language, strong written and oral communication skills with ability to interact with all shop floor employees on a daily basis
• Sound trouble shooting and root cause analysis skills
• Understanding of the operation of PLCs, (Allen Bradley, Seimens, Elau, Omron etc). The understanding should includethe reading of blue prints for the input/ output modules, exterior devices (switches, push buttons, relay coils, solenoids, etc}. Software operating within the PLC, Rockwell Automation Logix5, , Elau Max-4 and Pac Drive systems, etc.Good Working knowledge of pneumatics.
• Ability to read and analyze blue prints, drawings and technical manual
• Strong computer skills with ability to manage full cycle processing of work orders.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment
• Ability to analyze a situation and formulate a methodical approach to effectively correct and when appropriate, escalate the problem in order to prevent/reduce line downtime

Background and Experience

• Industrial Mechanic Millwright (A) certification is required.
• Dual certification is highly preferred: Industrial Electrician (A) and Industrial Mechanic Millwright (A).
• Minimum of five years of experience in a similar role within a pharmaceutical, food & beverage, or consumer goods manufacturing/packaging environment.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude

Problem Solving

• The ability to analyze a situation and formulate a methodical approach to correcting the problem.
• Work as a team with others to formulate a solution to the problem.
• Know when to ask for assistance when the situation becomes too complex to resolve individually

Working conditions

• At times a requirement to work in “tight spaces” to fix problems.
• A requirement to be sitting, standing, bending, squatting and walking throughout the day.
• The position of line mechanic is considered a “Rotating Shift” (AM, PM, MN or continental) to be based on 37.5 hours per week. Weekend work will be required at least twice a month.
• Overtime will be required. This may be additional time during the workday and weekend work at last minute notice.
• GMP garments required to be worn within the manufacturing environment as directed.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

The presently-anticipated base compensation pay range for this position is $63, to $94,. Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; RRSP savings plan; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applica

nts for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, family status, physical or mental disability, gender identity, gender expression or any other ground protected by applicable human rights legislation.

The Company does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries, Inc. (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.