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Equipment Technician V, UD Packaging 1st Shift Float

AbbVie
On-site
Waco, TX
$29.70 - $53.50 USD yearly
Operations

Role Summary

Maintain and repair production and packaging equipment to support on-time delivery, while complying with quality standards and safety requirements. Diagnose equipment, perform timely repairs, and maintain documentation per cGMP and SOPs. Support preventive maintenance and equipment reliability on a Monday–Friday first shift with some weekend coverage as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a clean and organized work area during and at the end of each shift.
  • Assist in achieving environmental, health, and safety goals by working safely and observing all general plant and department safety policies.
  • Perform all assigned duties according to departmental SOPs and cGMPs.
  • Remain current on proper procedures by reviewing current, revised, and new SOPs related to the job and department.
  • Complete and remain current with all required cGMP and safety training.
  • Perform maintenance and repairs of production/packaging equipment to support on-time delivery with minimal downtime.
  • Assist with set-up and changeovers of production/packaging equipment.
  • Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate corrective actions to reduce or eliminate defects, rejects, or equipment downtime.
  • Complete all required documentation associated with the repair and maintenance of production and/or packaging equipment.
  • Provide guidance and training to less experienced mechanics to ensure PMs, line set-up, and changeovers are performed within established requirements.

Qualifications

  • Education - Two-year Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Industrial Systems, Instrumentation, Electrical Systems, Electronics or similar field with 2–3 years of experience in industrial maintenance performing mechanical/electrical repairs, OR High School diploma or GED with 3–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance performing mechanical/electrical repairs.
  • Experience: Technical - Mastery in Electrical & Mechanical Troubleshooting; proficiency in maintenance methods; proficiency with multiple types of industrial manufacturing equipment.
  • Experience: Regulatory - Experience working in a cGMP or FDA-regulated manufacturing environment preferred.

Skills

  • Detail-oriented and self-motivated
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
  • Strong math skills; ability to perform basic arithmetic
  • Ability to read, comprehend, write, and communicate effectively in English
  • Ability to follow detailed written or oral instructions
  • Professional and effective communication within a team
  • Basic knowledge of Windows-based computer systems (e.g., Microsoft Office) and ability to learn other systems
  • Physical ability to stand and walk continuously; lift up to 40 lbs (men) / 35 lbs (women); bend, climb, lift, squat, stoop, and reach frequently
  • Knowledge of manual and automated production/packaging equipment
  • Ability to use, clean, and store tools properly; apply troubleshooting principles to industrial equipment
  • Working knowledge of filling/packaging equipment
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to read Electrical and Mechanical manuals and schematics

Education

  • Two-year Associate’s Degree in Industrial Maintenance, Industrial Systems, Instrumentation, Electrical Systems, Electronics or similar field with 2–3 years of experience in industrial maintenance performing mechanical/electrical repairs, OR High School diploma or GED with 3–5 years of experience in industrial maintenance performing mechanical/electrical repairs.
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