Industrial Mechanic in East Hanover

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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPROSTAR Staffing has partnered with a well-known pharmaceutical manufacturer located in East Hanover, NJ.
Now Hiring: Industrial Mechanic – 3rd ShiftPay Rate: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour DOEShift: 11:00 PM – 7:15 AMLocation: East Hanover, NJ
Position SummaryThe successful candidate will have the skills necessary to set up, operate, and troubleshoot all packaging machinery, acting as a subject matter expert to support 3rd shift operations. We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Packaging Machinery Mechanic who can expertly maintain and optimize all packaging equipment.
Responsibilities

• Lead setup and changeover for packaging lines—blister machines, bottle fillers, cartoners, inkjet and UV printers, vision systems—ensuring proper tooling, alignment, and format accuracy.
• Set and verify all process parameters (speed, temperature, fill levels, print registration) according to SOPs and regulatory standards.
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and automation-related issues quickly to maintain uptime.
• Perform preventive maintenance tasks—lubrication, inspections, parts replacement—to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment life.
• Collaborate closely with Quality Assurance to investigate packaging defects, regulatory deviations, or customer complaints, providing corrective actions and improving process controls.
• Ensure strict adherence to cGMP, DEA, OSHA, and internal safety guidelines; lead safety reviews, lockout/tagout (LOTO), line clearance, and approval protocols.
• Maintain detailed machine logs, maintenance records, and batch documentation in CMMS/SAP for compliance and auditing purposes.
• Analyze production inefficiencies and waste, recommending and implementing process improvements and potential equipment upgrades or expansions.
• Leverage knowledge of PLCs and automation controls, and familiarity with continuous and thermal inkjet, UV printers, vision systems, and automotive-grade packaging machinery.
• Actively recommend new technologies, retrofit opportunities, and automation strategies to support future-scale operations.

Equipment Operated: Blister machines, bottling lines, cartoning lines, printing equipment, conveyors, pouching lines, and other facility machinery.
Essential Requirements

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or technical degree. Minimum 5 years’ experience in packaging machinery maintenance and operation.
• Proficient in mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Skilled in PLC programming and troubleshooting.
• Experienced with various packaging equipment—fillers, labelers, cartoners, blister systems, inkjet/UV printers, vision systems.

Soft Skills: Strong leadership, communication, training, and teamwork capabilities. Ability to prioritize, solve complex issues, and drive continuous improvement.
Compliance: Deep understanding of cGMP, DEA, OSHA, and other relevant regulatory frameworks.This role reports directly to the Director of Operations and works closely with QA, Production, and Engineering teams.
Requirements

• Some clients require a background check and drug test.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, GMP-regulated environment.
• Noise levels may vary from moderate to high.

What to Bring When You Apply

• Two valid forms of ID that authorize you to work in the U.S

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Office Location: 159 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
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