Packaging Maintenance Technician
Amapharm GmbH
Summary
Company is looking to expand our mechanical team within our pharmaceutical grade, climate-controlled packaging facility. The Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance of all parts and equipment on the packaging line to maximize run time.
Job description
They will monitor packaging operations and suggest any mechanical/electrical changes or upgrades that would increase efficiency.
- Responsible for preventative maintenance (PM) throughout the plant including Filters, Cappers, Weighers, Labelers, Conveyors, Bundlers etc.
- Replace, repair and/or adjust mechanical parts to include, but not limited to, bearings, gearboxes, chains, sprockets, gaskets, seals, regulators, couplings etc. as needed.
- Electrical troubleshooting experience in PLC's, VFD's, A/C and D/C Circuits required.
Amapharm requires background screening.
Requirements
- Electrical troubleshooting experience in PLCs, VFDs, AC and DC circuits
- Mechanical troubleshooting and repair of packaging line equipment
- Preventive maintenance experience
- Background screening required
Company overview
Amapharm GmbH is a pioneering German company recognized as the world's leading manufacturer of vitamin gummies and chewable dietary supplements. Founded in 1977 by pharmacist Wolfgang Marks, the company invented the world's first vitamin gummy bear in 1996, revolutionizing the nutraceutical industry. Headquartered in Neunkirchen, Germany, Amapharm operates production facilities in Germany, Switzerland, and the United States, exporting its products to over 94 countries worldwide. The company specializes in private label and white label manufacturing, offering customized formulations for gummy bears, jelly beans, chews, hard candies, and powders. With a team of qualified pharmacists and an in-house R&D department, Amapharm maintains pharmaceutical-grade quality standards while developing innovative functional gummies containing vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and specialized ingredients. The company serves a diverse clientele ranging from startups to multinational pharmaceutical corporations and has expanded through strategic acquisitions, including F. Hunziker + Co AG in 2024. Amapharm is committed to sustainability and social responsibility as a partner of Vitamin Angels and a participant in the UN Global Compact initiative.