Operator 2, Packaging Operations

Job Description:

Responsible for the labeling, inspecting and packaging of final container products with manual and/or automated packaging systems. Operates equipment that packages materials or products by inserting them into containers or filling containers from spouts or chutes. May perform other packaging tasks including placing labels on packages, operating small production equipment, putting manuals into binders, counting and sorting various items, and forming or breaking down boxes for final product. May also set-up, change-over and operate labeling and packaging equipment. Responsible for data entry and imprinting computer-generated labels. Performs initial check of completed documents for completeness and accuracy. Identifies, troubleshoots, and resolves basic issues associated with packaging operations.

Responsibilities: Responsible for packaging materials in accordance with standard manufacturing procedures (SMP) and standard operating procedures (SOP) including equipment set-up, equipment clean-up and documentation of such processFilling, assembling, labeling and inspecting under general supervisionMay be responsible for maintaining accuracy in weighing materials per the correct SMP and SOP weight tolerancesMust be a good communicator within the manufacturing team to effectively define status of product or process between shifts either orally or with the use of written status reportsMay be responsible for moving required materials from defined storage or staging areas to workspace using material handling equipmentDemonstrates ability to set-up, operate and clean production equipmentMaintains accurate production records, which include operation/cleaning logs, batch history records, label reconciliation, work order information and other pertinent dataIdentifies the need for minor equipment repairsDemonstrates the ability to follow established procedures according to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)Must follow all Client housekeeping policies and proceduresMust follow all Client safety policies and proceduresMust be able to work overtime as required to meet Client business requirementsPerforms other duties as required

Requirements: High School degree with 1 year manufacturing experience.Experience in a regulated environment preferred.Ability to work on assignments that are manual and routine in nature with the skill to recognize any deviations from specificationMust be able to maintain neat, accurate and complete records and logs, both manually and/or electronically on a personal computerMust be able to effectively manage frequent assignment changes

Proficient/Working Skills: Must be proficient in English with the ability to read, write, analyze/evaluate charts, follow simple diagrams and perform basic arithmeticBasic proficiency with PCs (Personal Computers) and basic use of Windows environment is requiredUse independent judgment to plan, perform, make decisions, troubleshoot and problem solveMust be able to work in a repetitive work environment and be able to stand for long periods of time