Packaging Specialist 1-2

Zoetis, the global leader in animal health, is looking for an engaged and driven individual to join our packaging team.  Zoetis has been leading animal health since its inception in 2012, and we pride ourselves on providing all manner of quality solutions for our customer's animal health needs.   
 
A Packaging Specialist performs general pharmaceutical production-related tasks and responsibilities in a lean manufacturing environment.  This includes inspection and packaging of products, as well as material handling and setup of packaging lines with “right first time” accuracy and efficiency.  This is a position that requires high attention to detail with regard to ensuring a quality product is provided to our customers and ensuring production-related documents are complete and correct.  A Packaging Specialist requires the use of Microsoft applications and good organizational skills to maintain an orderly work environment. All activities are conducted within a safety-minded culture that strives for continuous improvement.   
 
If you have an engaged work ethic and enjoy the challenge of maximizing quality and efficiency as part of a high-performance team, this may be a great opportunity for you!   
 
POSITION SUMMARY
A Packaging Specialist I performs general pharmaceutical production related tasks and responsibilities in a lean manufacturing environment.  This includes inspection and packaging of products, as well as material handling and setup of packaging lines with “right first time” accuracy and efficiency.  This is a position that requires high attention to detail with regard to ensuring a quality product is provided to our customers and ensuring production related documents are complete and correct.  A Packaging Specialist requires the use of Microsoft applications and good organizational skills in order to maintain an orderly work environment. All activities are conducted within a safety-minded culture that strives for continuous improvement.  
 
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
·         Ensure all tasks are performed in accordance with applicable batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines, as well as applicable regulatory standards, such as current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
·         Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and make minor repairs on packaging equipment
·         Monitor, evaluate and adjust processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiency. 
·         Maintain complete and accurate documentation of all tasks completed
·         Perform all PO duties
·         Line clearances, material check-in, and operator care process
·         Understand escalation process, schedule attainment, batch records/PAS-X, and 5S
·         Navigate SAP and use Vorne / JOE
·         Understand operations of 1 full line (approx. 5 pieces of equipment)
·         Provide leadership to line operators as well as effectively communicate with support personnel and leadership
·         Work together as a team to maintain production schedule and objectives
·         Other duties as assigned.
 
TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
·         Knowledge of cGMP's and production practices
·         Experience in a Lean Production and/or manufacturing environment 
·         Reliable transportation and good attendance/time management skills
·         Experience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement work environment; 5S, visual schedule, PDCA, M1, etc.
·         Ability to train on area SOP's/OJT's- equipment, process, paperwork
·         Experience in working with Tech Writer, creating and maintaining training documentation
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
·         High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
·         Minumum of one year experience in packaging.
·         Basic math, English communication skills, legible penmanship, and reading comprehension
·         Ability to follow detailed instructions
·         Basic use of Microsoft applications and general computer skills
·         Effective interpersonal communication and a positive outlook
·         Mechanical reasoning and troubleshooting skills
·         Strong mechanical skills along with experience in the use of various hand tools
 
PHYSICAL AND TIME REQUIREMENTS 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a colleague encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  
While performing the duties of this job, the colleague is regularly exposed to a manufacturing environment, including moving mechanical parts.  The work conditions for this position require routine lifting of 20-50lbs and prolonged periods of sitting and standing. This position requires manual dexterity and ability to keep up with the pace of production standards. The colleague will be required to utilize certain Personal Protective Equipment, including but not limited to, hard hats, safety (“steel-toed”) shoes, eye protection, gloves, and protective clothing. The position requires flexible hours and overtime, up to every other weekend may be required. 
Work Environment: Colleague will work in a facility that manufactures Cephalosporins and must not be Cephalosporin sensitive. 
 

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