MECHANIC I

Pharmavite is a leading and growing US manufacturer, marketer, and retailer of quality vitamins, mineral and herbal supplements both domestically and internationally with a strong portfolio of brands such as Nature Made, SAM-e, and SOYJOY. With over 30 years as a major force in the nutritional supplement business, Pharmavite was built on the premise of producing the highest quality nutritional products in the country and operates one of the most sophisticated, state-of-the art research and development facilities in the industry.

We currently are seeking a skilled, team oriented Mechanic I. This position will be based in our Valencia facility, graveyard shift.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

· Assists senior mechanics in diagnosing and making complex repairs to equipment

· Uses hand tools, portable power tools and material handling equipment to make minor repairs to facilities and equipment such as: 

· Repairs and installs fixtures including hanging boards and doors; replaces/repairs lighting and performs minor, related electrical work.

· Performs plumbing duties; inspect, install and replace pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures to maintain compressed air, water, gas, and drainage systems; cuts, bends, threads pipe; fits pipes with adjoining assemblies; caulks leaks, opens clogged drains; installs sinks and toilets.

· Performs routine preventive maintenance on mechanical and/or electrical equipment such as making regular inspections and lubricating moving parts

· Completes production run set-ups and changeovers on packaging equipment as scheduled

· Develops and maintains some knowledge of industrial equipment used by Pharmavite; reviews maintenance manuals when troubleshooting a problem or to learn how to repair something

· Identifies needed parts and requisitions them, within approval limits, as necessary

· Uses computerized maintenance management system to access information

· Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

A High School Diploma is required.

Certification:

None

Experience:

Requires a minimum of one year of training and experience in similar positions

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Requires:

· Skills that range from a basic mechanical aptitude to a basic demonstrated knowledge in set up, repair and troubleshooting in industrial maintenance activities that are included in the following categories: mechanical, electrical, electronic, fabrication (machining and welding, etc.). 

· Basic shop math plus the ability to read and apply simple blueprints

· Fluent English skills to read/understand complex maintenance manuals, safety procedures, communicate with supervisors and others, and maintain routine records

Physical Requirements:

Stand/walk and perform physical labor for most of the working shift.  Pull, push, squat, etc. to accomplish repairs.  Intermittently lift loads of up to 50 pounds

Environment:

Intermittent exposure to noise levels loud enough to require the use of hearing protection.  Warm or cold temperature levels, fumes, vibration, dust, etc. sufficient to cause minor discomfort.  The need for the employee to wear safety glasses, a uniform, hair net, steel-toed shoes, dust mask, respirator, protective gloves and back support, as necessary.

Safety:

The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely in accordance with standard operating procedures and good manufacturing practices without endangering the health or safety of self or others.

Supervisory Responsibility:

None

Interested applicants are asked to submit resume and salary history to:

ecohen@pharmavite.net

As a member of the Pharmavite team, employees enjoy competitive salaries and an exceptional benefits package featuring medical, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, and long term disability coverage.  In addition, employees enjoy educational assistance, credit union membership, substantial discounts on our products, 11 paid holidays per year.
 
Pharmavite is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V

Visit our Product Web Sites:

http://www.naturemade.com/

http://www.soyjoy.com/

Visit our Corporate Web Site:

http://www.pharmavite.com/