Packaging Technician

The Packaging Technician I performs routine packaging operations for the production of pharmaceutical products; operates packaging line equipment according to established SOPs and department procedures.

Shift: day    5:45am to4;30 MON-WED. 5:45 TO 3:30PM THURSDAY

Hours 10.15 MO-WED. 9.15 THURSDAY

  ·       Adheres to Standard Operating Procedures to operate packaging equipment (Printers, Coders, Labelers, Vision systems, Tray assemblers, Heat tunnels, Dryers, Forklift, Storage units, etc.)

·       Assists during set up of Packaging equipment (Printers, Coders, Labelers, Vision systems, Tray assemblers, Heat tunnels, etc.)

·       Maintains all waste materials in the proper satellite storage bins.

·       Assists in completing all documentation required to request all products, materials, components, and general supplies required for the day-to-day operations of the packaging department.

·       Accurately performs reconciliations within the batch records of products, materials, and components used in packaging.

·       Effectively and efficiently assists in troubleshooting packaging equipment to package quality products per standard operating procedures.

·       Effectively provides/reports information on process deviations.

·       Trains others as assigned/needed.

·       Observes, challenges, advises, and supports teammates to adhere to policies and/or procedures.

·       Effectively communicates process and/or equipment needs.

·       Responsible for data entry which includes recording product packaging information, downtime, and standard production yields.

·       Maintains a safe, clean and organize work environment.

·       Maintains facilities and equipment as required by Standard Operating Procedures.

Safety Objectives:

·       Demonstrates a commitment to the HSE Program.

·       Works in a safe, responsible manner.

·       Supports safety policies and procedures.

·       Identifies & properly reports unsafe work habits, conditions, &/or practices.

·       This position may require the handling, storing, and managing of hazardous waste and this employee shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws.

Skills: 

Preferred:

• Twelve (12) months of manufacturing experience.

• Equipment troubleshooting knowledge and skills.

• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures.

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.

• Ability to operate a reach truck forklift.

• Basic aptitude for math and computer skills.

Duties /Responsibilities

• Prepares and cleans room, equipment, facility and documents for manufacturing and packaging process
• Verifies calculations, process steps and yield
• Ensures that processes, tools, products, and materials meet established quality standards and requirements
• Notifies management when inventory fails below certain levels
• Assists in the assembly and disassembly of process equipment as necessary
• Examines sample of finished product per batch record instructions for conformance with specifications
• Notifies supervisor of manufacturing/packaging deviations and assists with proper resolution/documentation
• Documents manufacturing and packaging steps and ensures documentation is complete and current to process step
• Moves product to, from, and within production area
• Performs cGMP manufacturing operations utilizing SOPs, Batch Records, and Form Preps
• Basic equipment troubleshooting skills
• Performs other duties as assigned

Direction Received: Light direction that requires only general instruction to begin assigned duties and work is reviewed after completion

Analytical Requirements: There is a choice of standard procedures

Decisions and Judgment: No authority to commit the organization in negotiations or with respect to finances

Initiative: Work is repetitive and well covered by instruction