Apprentice - Mechanical Engineering

Position

Apprentice – Mechanical

Department

Engineering

Location

Ambernath

Reports To

Engineering Manager / Maintenance Lead

About PolyPeptide Group:

PolyPeptide Group AG and its consolidated subsidiaries (“PolyPeptide”) is a specialized Contract

Development & Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) for peptide- and oligonucleotide-based

active pharmaceutical ingredients. By supporting its customers mainly in pharma and biotech, it

contributes to the health of millions of patients across the world. PolyPeptide serves a fast-growing

market, offering products and services from pre-clinical to commercial stages. Its broad portfolio

reflects the opportunities in drug therapies across areas and with a large exposure to metabolic

diseases, including GLP-1. Dating back to 1952, PolyPeptide today runs a global network of six

GMP-certified facilities in Europe, the U.S. and India. PolyPeptide’s shares (SIX: PPGN) are listed

on SIX Swiss Exchange.

OUR VALUES

Trust: We build and maintain trust in all our relationships – both with each other and with our

customers. We support each other and work as a team.

Innovation: We are curious and driven by finding smart solutions to the challenges we face.

Excellence: We always strive to deliver high quality and adapt to meet the needs of our

customers.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Apprentice will receive practical training in preventive and breakdown

maintenance of manufacturing equipment and utility systems. The apprentice will work closely

with the Engineering team to gain hands-on experience while ensuring compliance with safety

and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preventive and corrective maintenance activities.
• Support installation, inspection, and servicing of mechanical equipment.
• Participate in routine equipment checks and lubrication activities.
• Maintain maintenance logs and documentation.
• Assist in identifying equipment abnormalities and reporting them to supervisors.
• Follow SOPs, GMP, and EHS guidelines.
• Support utility and engineering projects as assigned.
• Maintain housekeeping in the workshop and plant areas.
• Learn and adhere to company policies and engineering best practices.

Qualification

• Diploma/Degree Mechanical Engineering.

Preferred Skills

• Basic knowledge of mechanical systems and maintenance.
• Understanding of engineering drawings and tools.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in a manufacturing environment.

Training Exposure

• Preventive & Breakdown Maintenance
• Utility Systems
• Mechanical Equipment Handling
• GMP & EHS Compliance
• Documentation Practices
• Basic Root Cause Analysis

Duration

1 year