Production Mechanic or Maintenance Mechanic

R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Production Mechanic or Maintenance Mechanic in Newark, DE.

Your main responsibilities as a Production Mechanic or Maintenance Mechanic:

· Responsibilities include fabricating parts, performing inspections, executing preventive maintenance routines, completing line changeovers, and basic troubleshooting of packaging equipment.

· Has a solid understanding of machinery safety, electrical safety, and Lockout/Tagout procedures.

· Desired experience includes working with fabrication equipment such as lathes, mills, and bandsaws, as well as hands-on knowledge of packaging lines as a mechanic or operator in pharmaceutical, food, beverage, cosmetics, or similar production environments.

· Mechanic certification or relevant experience is preferred.

What we are looking for in a Production Mechanic or Maintenance Mechanic:

· Educational Background: The hiring manager prefers candidates with a trade or technical education (mechanic, electrician, automation, controls, etc.), but a formal degree isn’t necessary. Completing or pursuing technical coursework is a plus, but candidates don’t need a bachelor’s degree.

· Relevant Experience: Candidates should have at least one year of hands-on experience-ideally in pharmaceuticals, chemical industry, food, or consumer sectors, especially if they have worked on packaging lines.

· Experience as an operator with some exposure to maintenance is acceptable.

· Three years of experience is preferred for stronger candidates, but the manager is open to less experience if the market is competitive.

· Skills to Look For: Mechanical aptitude and hands-on ability to assemble, disassemble, and troubleshoot machinery, especially small packaging lines (not heavy industrial equipment).

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical insurance – PPO, HMO &
• Dental & Vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Expense reimbursement
• Online timecard approval

Pay Scale:

$55,061 – $68,841 (Dependent on Experience)

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.

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