Packaging Operator Job

PACKAGING OPERATOR needed for a CONTRACT position with Yoh's client located in HICKSVILLE, NY.

THE BIG PICTURE - TOP SKILLS YOU SHOULD POSSESS:

- Manufacturing experience in FDA/cGMP environment
- Able to work second shift 3:05 pm to 11:50 pm

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

- Able to perform various inspecting, labeling and packaging operations. Tends machines that perform one or more packaging functions, such as packing, or bundling.
- Positions components on machines and monitors operations to detect malfunctions.
- Inspects filled container or package to ensure product is according to specifications.
- May weigh finished products to detect missing components.
- Clears line culls and documents all components discarded.
- Prepares shippers, inspects finished product and packages into shipper.
- Seals, labels, and stacks shipper.
- Fills cartons, carriers or shippers by hand with product, labels, literature or applicators.
- Performs cleaning tasks on machine during or after machine operation.
- Performs all tasks following SOP's cGMP's, and safety guidelines.
- Verifies correct lot code/exp. date on all pkg. components/finished goods.
- Performs packaging line assignment maintaining line thruput and quality standards.
- Initials all shippers packaged and assures each shipper has a shipper label and correct number of units.
- Signs BRF for items cleared and cleaned.
- Takes direction and accepts line assignments from floor leader/supervision as instructed.
- Assists fellow co- workers as required.
- Performs rework/re-inspection of components/finished goods with minimal conversation and focus on product defects.
- Keeps busy during periods of downtime by performing accountability of line culls/housekeeping duties, erecting shipping cases, checking BRF paperwork for errors, etc.
- Is responsible for creating error free BRF documentation.
- Performs various housekeeping duties such as sweeping/mopping floor, cleaning equipment, fixtures, windows, and walls as needed.
- Clears equipment jams and documents work performed.
- May train new line packagers.
- Adheres to all applicable procedures, cGMP's, company policies, and all other quality or regulatory requirements (OSHA, DEA, FDA, EMEA, ANVISA, HS&E, etc.). Ensures all work is performed in a safe, effective manner, and in compliance with the appropriate industry and regulatory (FDA, DEA, OSHA) standards, and Departmental, Plant, and Corporate quality and Behavioral Based Safety (BBS) goals.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BRING TO THE TABLE:

- English reading and comprehension skills required to understand and communicate SOP's, cGMP's, and Filling & Manufacturing Instructions, and identify compliance and non-compliance with same.
- Basic mathematical skills and ability to perform weight calculations.
- Participate in Behavioral Based Safety Program (BBS) by complying with all safety procedures and preventive measures (ie, wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- High School diploma or G.E.D Associates degree or equivalent experience in lieu of college preferred

IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU, APPLY NOW!

RECRUITER: James Dangler

Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V

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