Packaging Technician

Packaging Technician

Location: CA-City of Industry, US Contract Type: Regular Full-Time Area: MANUFACTURING

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since 1909 has been working to improve the health and well-being of people around the world. We are leaders in plasma-derived medicines and transfusion medicine and develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 110 countries and regions.

Job Summary: This is a first level technician role which performs fundamental tasks within a GMP environment in support of more complex manufacturing operations. The task includes, but are not limited to, cleaning and maintaining the work place so that it meets the standards for a controlled packaging operation. Cleaning operating equipment per applicable procedures so that it meets the standards established to prevent product contamination and maintaining records/logs neatly and accurately and in accordance with current standard procedures. The technician performs job tasks in a safe manner while following specific department safety rules.

Essential Job Duties:

• Responsible for performing fundamental task in the Packaging operation including but not limited to, packing, stacking, and material handling.
• Detailed cleaning of equipment/facilities to MSP/cGMP standards.
• Complete technical training profile as required.
• Strict adherence to Dept. Safety Rules and GMP compliance.
• Perform real-time accurate documentation during the production run.
• Working experience of Level 1 Packaging Equipment, i.e. Shrink Bander, Labeler, Cartoner, and Case Sealer.
• Receive product and material in preparation for the Packaging Operations.
• Support and comply to the compliance requirements of the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associates Degree or Bachelors degree preferred.
• Manufacturing, or experience in pharmaceuticals/biologics processing in a GMP environment is preferred.
• 0 - 1 years' experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment preferred.
• FDA regulated environment experience preferred.
• English fluency both verbal and written.
• Basic math skills with proficiency in metric system.
• Accurate documentation skills is a must.
• Basic computer skills.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Must be available to work any shift, including weekends.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment is essential.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and use good judgment.
• Must be able to handle multiple priorities.
• Must be proactive, results oriented, and have strong attention to detail.
• Ability to lift and handle of material of 50 lbs.

Occupational Demands:

• Work is performed in a manufacturing environment or warehouse with rotating shifts.
• Exposure to biological fluids with potential exposure to infectious organisms.
• Exposure to chemicals, electrical manufacturing equipment, hand tools and moving machinery.
• Operates forklifts, tractors and power equipment.
• Exposure to high levels of noise and to dust/gas/fumes/steam.
• Exposure to extreme cold below 32* and on occasion, exposure to extreme heat above 100*.
• Exposure to vibration or oscillating movements of the extremities or the whole body.
• Occasional entry into confined spaces, requiring kneeling, crawling, climbing and squatting.
• Works at heights on scaffolding and/or on ladders.
• Walks on uneven ground.
• Personal protective equipment required such as; protective eyewear, chemical suits, safety shoes and/or rubber footwear, gloves, hearing protection and a respirator.
• Heavy lifting and carrying of 45lbs. for up to 6-8 hours per day, with a maximum lift of 75lbs.
• Work is performed standing, walking, bending and twisting waist for 4-6 hours per day.
• Frequent foot movements.
• Occasionally reaches above and below shoulder height.
• Occasionally bends and twists neck.
• Frequent hand movements with simple grasping of one hand with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists.
• Ability to make precise coordinated movements, of the fingers to grasp and manipulate objects.
• Hearing acuity essential.
• Color perception/discrimination, depth perception and far vision correctable in one eye to 20/30 and to 20/100 in the other eye.
• Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences.
• Performs a wide range of complex tasks.
• Adheres to a work schedule to meet production standards.

The estimated pay scale for Packaging Technician role based in California, is $20.00 - $20.60 per hour. Additionally, the position is eligible to participate in up to 5% of the company bonus pool. We offer a wide variety of benefits including, but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, life insurance, PTO, paid holidays and up to 5% 401(K) match and tuition reimbursement. We are committed to offering our employees opportunities for professional growth and career progression.