Packaging Technician

Packaging Technician

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Full-Time/Part-Time - Full-Time

Description - 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 to 4:30 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.

Location - Gainesville, GA

This position is currently accepting applications.