Production Mechanic

Action Pak, Inc.

Camden, NJ

Pay: $23-$25/hr

Shift: Full time

**Company Overview**

• ***Dynamic opportunity for an individual that can work independently***
• ***Growing company seeking people to join its team at new facility!***
• ***Medical benefits available on the first day of employment!***

***Action Pak Inc.*** *is a contract packaging company located in Camden, NJ and is seeking a Production Mechanic to work on packaging and filling machines. Our business started in 1979 and is experiencing great growth. We recently moved to our new state of the art facility. Action Pak Inc. is a company with tremendous growth potential that will allow the possibility of career growth for ambitious candidates.*

**Overview**

As a Production Mechanic you will report to the Plant Manager and be part of the Production Team. Core goal is to minimize machinery downtime, perform rapid emergency repairs, and execute preventive maintenance schedules to keep packaging lines running at peak performance. It is necessary to be dependable and reliable. Details can be discussed during the interview.

**Duties**

• **Execute emergency repairs:** Diagnose, troubleshoot, and fix mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical malfunctions during sudden production line breakdowns.
• **Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM):** Replace worn components (belts, chains, filters, bushings), lubricate gearboxes, and conduct diagnostic inspections according to manufacturer guidelines.
• **Manage equipment changeovers:** Adjust, configure, and set up line machinery (fillers, cappers, labelers ) when switching between different product sizes or packaging types.
• **Support line operations:** Work alongside machine operators to ensure validated machine parameters are maintained and to train operators on basic care.
• Hands on with various automated equipment, including packaging machines, VFFS Machine, Labeling Machines, bottling Machines, Horizontal Sachet Machines, Inkjet Machines, Conveyors
• Knowledge of 3 phase powered equipment 480V and 208V
• Use of all basic tools

**Requirements**

• Minimum of two-years related experience
• Able to follow all safety rules
• Good understanding and knowledge of packaging equipment operation and setups
• Be able to read and comprehend explicit instructions
• Possess good math skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrate ability to make all required settings and adjustments for optimum equipment performance to manufacture quality products
• Knowledge of VFFS Machine, Labeling Machines, bottling Machines, Horizontal Sachet Machines, Inkjet Machines, Conveyors
• English communication skills.

**This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is**

• Dependable - more reliable than spontaneous
• Adaptable/flexible - enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented - would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative - prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person