Job Description:

Ott Scientific

The Ott Scientific family of companies comprises Polysciences, Bangs Laboratories, and Ethos Biosciences. Together, we bring the whole of our experience with best-in-class facilities and scientific, technical, analytical, and manufacturing capabilities to serve customers around the globe. We deliver highly specialized products and services that support scientific discovery and innovations.

Polysciences

Polysciences technical operations and scientific laboratories offer custom synthesis, contract manufacturing and packaging, and laboratory products. We are proud to offer a broad range of products and tailored solutions for the life sciences, bioprocessing, microparticles, medical device, specialty chemical and eChem industries. We adhere to ISO13485:2016, FDA cGMP 21 CFR 820 regulations, and SOCMA’s ChemStewards® Management System. We believe the best scientific innovations are built through collaborations.

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Our Contract Manufacturing business unit provides solid, liquid, and high viscosity custom blending and bottle, drum, tube, and pouch filling to our customers. Capabilities include hot-pour, emulsion and gel materials, flammable & hazardous, WFI grade and DI water, ISO 5 or 8 cleanrooms, and in-line labeling.

At Polysciences, we take chemistry beyond the ordinary.  We produce and sell specialty chemicals for several industries including medical devices, academic research and personal care.  We need driven, detail-oriented team players to support our growing operations and customer base. The success of our business is because of the talented people working here. 

We are looking for a Packaging Mechanic in our filling and packaging department. This position is working Monday through Thursday, 4:15 pm to 2:45 am.  We are located in Warrington, PA (Bucks County).  Most production and manufacturing areas of the facility are air conditioned.

The Packaging Mechanic will be responsible to perform setup, troubleshooting, cleaning and preventative maintenance activities on equipment such as tube filler, single and multi-head liquid fillers, labelers, sealers, inkjet printers, cappers, and related mixing/manufacturing equipment, etc.  This role uses skilled trade expertise to maintain equipment, perform change-over activities and identify improvement opportunities to minimize equipment downtime, improve safety, quality and production efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Complete all scheduled packaging manufacturing/packaging preventative maintenance on time and ensure properly documented


• Complete process paperwork using Good Documentation Practices as it relates to manufacturing activities


• Demonstrate competency with set-up and troubleshooting of all packaging equipment, tube fillers, packet fillers, single and multi-head liquid fillers, labelers, sealers, inkjet printers, etc. Includes knowing where manuals are kept, using internet sources to research spare parts and technical assistance, and placing purchasing requisitions in the ERP system.   


• Demonstrate proficiency with performing safety protocols including PPE, LOTO, SWP, NFPA 70E etc.


• Must be able to adhere to all safety procedures and rules without compromise.  This includes working safety in Class 1, Division 1 (flammable/ignitable areas). Must comply with all grounding and bonding procedures.


• Actively participate in 5S activities with Maintenance and  Packaging departments including spare parts and inventory


• Complete all assigned work orders properly the first time and in a timely manner.  Operate with a sense of urgency and first-time-right mentality


• Engage with operators, supervision and management on a daily basis with a proactive, positive, can-do attitude providing accurate and timely feedback on status of work.  Communicate in written and verbal format daily to supervisor and other mechanic(s) on status of work and any follow-up that may be needed


• Be able to periodically work in a Clean Room environment wearing all necessary PPE


• Remain flexible and energetic to support department and organizational needs as they may change


• Provide training as necessary to operators and other mechanics on basic equipment adjustments, operation, and minor maintenance such as changing label rolls, etc.

Education and Skills Needed:

• HS diploma or the equivalent


• Post High School technical degree or certification preferred


• 5 years of demonstrated, equipment maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment


• Strong mechanical abilities required.


• Strong electrical troubleshooting capabilities desired


• Must be able to work overtime activities to support business needs (typically on Fridays)

We’ve got great employees who work hard but like to have a bit of fun. We don’t have the bureaucracy, acronyms, corporate speak, etc. like mega corporations, and we like it that way. We are serious about business and enthusiastic about our work environment!

What We Offer

Culture

Great people

Peer to Peer Recognition

Broader, hands-on work experience

Clean and Modern Equipment & Labs

Fun company events

Competitive Wages & Generous Year-end Bonus

Comprehensive Benefits

4 Medical PPO Medical Plans with Telemedicine, Rx, & Vision

2 Dental Plans

Healthcare, Dependent care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with company match

Financial Health & Wellness w/1:1 Coaching

Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance

Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Illness

Paid Time Off

Short & Long-term Disability

9 Paid Holidays

Must have legal authorization to work in the US and will not require sponsorship.

Polysciences is an equal opportunity employer. Drug-free workplace. Tobacco-free work site.

Polysciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons.  Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

Candidates will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 upon commencing employment. Reasonable accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis for exemptions to this requirement in accordance with applicable law.

Salary: $28.00

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