Packaging Mechanic II - 12 Hour - Night Shift
Amneal Pharmaceuticals
August 25, 2026
On-site
Piscataway, NJ
Operations
The Packaging Mechanic II is responsible for the continuous functioning of manufacturing packaging line systems and equipment within the Packaging and Manufacturing departments. Responsibilities include setup of packaging equipment, routine maintenance, repair, minor electrical troubleshooting, and partnering with Engineering to install and commission new packaging lines.
Night Shift – 12-hour rotating schedule (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM) with alternating weekend shifts required.
Essential Functions:
- Troubleshoot and repair packaging line systems and equipment (e.g., vertical form and fill bagging machines, rotary cartoners, weigh scales, tapers, conveyors). Partner with Engineering to install and commission new lines and perform system modifications as needed.
- Repair packaging equipment: perform root-cause analysis, use technical documentation, assess material requirements, place requisitions, complete repairs, and replace parts.
- Perform preventive maintenance and execute preventative maintenance schedules.
- Document work accurately and timely in equipment logbooks/communications and during shift handoffs.
- Train team members on equipment issues to prevent recurrence.
Qualifications:
- High School or GED (Required)
- 5+ years in packaging equipment or related manufacturing equipment (Required)
Compensation/Benefits (as stated):
- $25.00–$35.00/hour; short-term incentive opportunity within first 12 months.
- Health/insurance benefits and 401(k) matching contribution (eligible positions).
Application instructions:
- If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, contact: accommodations@amneal.com.
Night Shift – 12-hour rotating schedule (6:00 PM – 6:30 AM) with alternating weekend shifts required.
Essential Functions:
- Troubleshoot and repair packaging line systems and equipment (e.g., vertical form and fill bagging machines, rotary cartoners, weigh scales, tapers, conveyors). Partner with Engineering to install and commission new lines and perform system modifications as needed.
- Repair packaging equipment: perform root-cause analysis, use technical documentation, assess material requirements, place requisitions, complete repairs, and replace parts.
- Perform preventive maintenance and execute preventative maintenance schedules.
- Document work accurately and timely in equipment logbooks/communications and during shift handoffs.
- Train team members on equipment issues to prevent recurrence.
Qualifications:
- High School or GED (Required)
- 5+ years in packaging equipment or related manufacturing equipment (Required)
Compensation/Benefits (as stated):
- $25.00–$35.00/hour; short-term incentive opportunity within first 12 months.
- Health/insurance benefits and 401(k) matching contribution (eligible positions).
Application instructions:
- If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process, contact: accommodations@amneal.com.