Packaging Operator 3rd shift

Associate Tech 3rd Shift

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Associate Tech (3rd shift 11:00 PM – 7:20 AM)

As an Associate Tech on the 3rd shift, you will be responsible for setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment. Working within multidisciplinary autonomous teams, you'll drive operational efficiencies, adopt new technologies, and ensure adherence to industry regulations. You'll embrace Dynamic Shared Ownership (DSO) principles, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.

Your Tasks and Responsibilities

Support development of the diverse, inclusive talent pool where members share and support each other to build their expertise in autonomous teams' environment

Take personal accountability in upskilling training / coaching needs, embracing the digital mindset, and collaborating in development of training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the operations cluster teams

Own personal training records, cross-train and coach other operators as needed, motivating team members, and sharing knowledge to continuously improve processes

Develop high-performance competencies such as technical skills, digital capabilities, communication, and teamwork to build a collaborative, autonomous culture

Foster a culture of accountability, trust, and empowerment, where each team member takes ownership of safety, quality, and performance outcomes

Champion continuous improvement and knowledge transfer, identifying skill gaps, proposing solutions, and supporting development initiatives to strengthen team capability and resilience

Ensure safe work environment by following all safety procedures, workplace standards, company guidelines, and ergonomic practices, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), Lockout Tagout equipment, standard operating procedures (SOPs) applying to a particular process or work area

Ensure following Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements (OSHA) in day-to-day operations

Maintain, clean, and organize work area using 5S practices and participate in safety improvement projects. Participate in on-going occupational health surveillance programs as required

Adopt technological advancement and embrace production agility with digitally enabled mindset to quickly react to changing customers and consumers needs in fast paced market trends

Assist with technical troubleshooting and predictive / preventive maintenance tasks as needed

Drive continuous improvement mindset by taking actions to safely reduce equipment setup and changeover times; initiate and establish equipment operating parameters to maximize production, while meeting all product specifications

Use the Product Supply Systems (PSS) digital tools and support packaging lines operational efficiency (OEE) improvement initiatives in day-to-day operations

Collaborate with all other production employees and support functions employees to establish priorities and deliver products meeting the deadlines

Ensure the timely execution of the production schedules outlined by cluster leads and teams

Perform the daily set-up and routine operations of the packaging lines, including but not limited to: Bottle in-feed, dispense components, Unscrambler, Filler, Bottle Capper, Torquer, Labeler, Vision Systems, Weighing Systems, Bar Coding Systems, Sealers, Case Packers, disassembly / assembly of change parts, Cleaning, resolving equipment stoppages and jams etc.

Use Business Operating Systems, SAP, MES, EBRs, and other digital tools to record production results, material movements, yield determinations, and other process data

Operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment for assigned material movements including stocking operations, palletize finished goods, and properly dispose of waste product, material and containers

Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), regulatory requirements, GMP standards, and industry best practices across all packaging processes

Ensure to complete all GMP and non-GMP training before assigned due dates

Ensure product quality by performing in-process checks, AQLs, complying with cGMP, being alert for unacceptable quality of incoming and outgoing materials, initiating quality improvements, and participating in quality improvement initiatives

Accurately document production process steps, production results, equipment in-process checks, samplings, cleanings, components used, and any other required cGMP information on the appropriate documents (paper and/or electronic)

Communicate quality and other non-compliance issues to supervision in a timely manner

Who You Are

Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Must be willing to work overtime as required, based on production demands

Demonstrated ability to embrace digital opportunities and work independently as well as an effective autonomous team member to support schedule attainment demands, including prioritizing and time management skills

6+ months' experience using automated inventory systems or equivalent computer systems (i.e. SAP, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), Microsoft office Applications, etc.)

Good written and verbal communication skills in English language

Experience working in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) environment

Demonstrated ability and technical skills to successfully set-up, changeover, operate, troubleshoot, diagnose, clean, and maintain multiple pieces of complex packaging lines equipment

Demonstrated ability to work safely in a production environment with frequent production schedule changes due to customers' demand

Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, follow instructions regarding workplace documentation, such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Operator Manuals, Work Instructions, etc.

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making in day-to-day operations

Good mathematical aptitude in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and metric system

Creates impact by realizing authentic self and purpose, and includes others: respects differences, embraces inclusion and shows up as the best self

Good Computer skills, including use of e-mail, Microsoft Applications, Employee Self-Services HR on-line tools, iPads, Digital Apps, production performance systems, etc.

Strong understanding of the regulatory arena involving GMP, OSHA, EPA, and Bayer standards are essential

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate degree with Technical / Industrial Manufacturing

6+ months' experience using motorized & non-motorized material handling equipment

Employees can expect to be paid an hourly rate between $22.03-$33.05. Additional compensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant). Additional benefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

This posting will be available for application until at least 4/8/26.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

Division: Consumer Health

Reference Code: 864220

Functional Area: Production&Manufacturing

Location: United States : Pennsylvania : Myerstown

Employment Type: Regular

Position Grade: 07

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Address: Creve Coeur, MO

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