UNION: Packaging Operator LG3 - 2nd Shift (Mon - Thurs, 3:00pm - 1:30am)

Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment which benefits our employees, patients and communities.Description:To perform duties in the manufacturing and packaging of high quality biological products.As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.Duties & Responsibilities:Prepare all assigned records, calculations, and documentation.

Read and follow schedules, records, procedures, and documents.

Assist in training other employees in an area of responsibility as assigned.

Assist staff in developing new procedures and methods or improving old ones.

Use and understand computer assisted data entry, including SAP, and process logic controllers (PLCs).

Assist lower labor grades as needed to insure the completion of daily tasks.

Properly handle and dispose of hazardous waste.

Follow safety precautions and procedures and maintain safe behavior practices.

Maintain accurate inventories and inventory records as called upon.

Set-up and operate printing technology as well as the re-winder as assigned.

Set-up, operate and maintain labeling, packaging and quality verification technology (e.g. vision systems) as assigned with the exception of set-up of the automated cartoning line and other future processes requiring advanced training or additional skills as defined by packaging management

Maintain label integrity within the packaging operations to prevent mix-up or mislabeling.

Perform final product quality inspections.

Perform line audit to insure proper material usage.

Prepare all assigned production records and documentation.

Perform packaging assembly without mix-up or omission of components.

Clean and organize production rooms.

Monitor product storage criteria and maintain proper temperature.

Perform scheduled preventative maintenance.

Maintain safe behavior practices.

Meet production standards.

Assist higher-grade operators under supervision

Required to perform work of a lower classification as needed.

Other duties as assigned

Requirements:Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Communication Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to train others.

Ability to work in a team environment

Mathematical Skills

Perform calculations and conversions involving weights, volumes, and percentages.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to use basic logic to identify and solve problems

Knowledge and skill to recognize creative ideas that add value and are able to be implemented to improve efficiency, effectiveness and reduce complexity for department

Mechanical Aptitude

Demonstrated understanding of systems, equipment, and processes

Forklift certified and able to maintain annual certification

Computer Skills

Experience with Windows Operating System.

Proficient in typing ability

Comprehension and application

Proficient reading, comprehension and application skills toward a diverse set complicated tasks.

Ability to read small type (4 point).

Must have 20/30 corrected vision, color, and peripheral.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting, push/pull in this dept. does not exceed 50 pounds of force.

Labels, inserts, and displays are handled ranging from 14 to 48.5 pounds.

Full pallets of vaccine diluent, etc. are dealt w/using a hand jack (forces to push/pull these items range from 30-40 pounds of force).

Only item in the department weighing more than 50 pounds is a full box of paper, weighing 52 pounds, full box is not to be carried.

Box of paper should be opened and individual reams of paper taken out in stacks.

Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly

Ability to meet physical exertion requirements of job, to include lifting and push/pull of up to 50 pounds force.

Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities:Additional Education and/or Equivalent Experience

Successful completion of National Career Readiness Work Keys assessment

Knowledge of Hazardous Waste Handling

Knowledge of Traffic Patterns

Knowledge of or evidence of working with BPE methods

Understanding of Basic GMP/Documentation practices

Demonstrated ability and understanding of Safe working habits including Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Ability to work in a team environment.

Demonstrated knowledge of Federal, State, and International regulations, such as cGMP, USDA, DOT, EPA, OSHA as they pertain to the employee’s work.

Demonstrated knowledge of corporate guidelines and Policies related to the employee’s work.

Demonstrated knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) related to the employee’s work.

Demonstrated knowledge of processes and theory related to the employee’s work.

Eligibility Requirements:Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.

Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)

Must be 18 years of age or older

This position will require individuals to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious accommodation. Click here for more information on the vaccine mandate and COVID-19.

Who We Are:At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth.Want to learn more? Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health.Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.ACKNOWLEDGEMENTThis position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the role.Organization: US-Boehringer Ingelheim Animal HealthTitle: UNION: Packaging Operator LG3 - 2nd Shift (Mon - Thurs, 3:00pm - 1:30am)Location: Americas-US-MO-Saint JosephOther Locations: Americas-United StatesRequisition ID: 2112805