Packaging Operator - 1st Shift

Position: Packaging Operator I - 1st Shift
Location: New York

## Packaging Operator I - 1st Shift Apply locations:
Hobart, NY (Pharma) - USA
036time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition :
R003007
** Why Us?
** At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With a global workforce, we lead with pride and purpose—prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn’t just our tagline, it’s the higher standard we live by every day.
** Job Description Summary
** Summary
* * Job Description
** Packaging Line Operator is responsible for tending machines and conveyors at various stages of the packaging line to maintain efficient, continuous packaging of the product for shipment.

Compensation: $22.80 per hour plus $.50 per hour shift differential

Shift: 5:00am - 5:15pmEssential Functions
** Components are in Place and Filled
*** Sets up assigned station(s) on the line including assembly of basic equipment and preparing materials needed (e.g. bottles, caps, cotton, etc.).
* Tends/operates station(s) during production run to insure proper operation and keep station filled with supplies or product.
* Weighs product at various stages of the packaging process.
* Performs checks/tests required for applicable station(s).
* Adjusts containers/materials for proper placement and remove defective pieces.
* Starts and stops equipment when required.
* Performs hand-packaging and material-handling functions.
* Collects all process related hazardous wastes and transports to accumulation drums.
** Line Schedule Adhered to
**** Downtime Avoided
*** Documents inspections performed and keeps accurate equipment records, clean-up sheets and other required paperwork.
* Disassembles, cleans and reassembles basic line equipment according to SOPs.  Insures proper inspections are conducted prior to reassembly.
* Cleans and assembles dust collector.
* Perform other duties as assigned by supervision or as required by the position/operation.
** Compliance Standards Met
*** Promotes and adheres to safety requirements.
* Performs lock-out/tag-out procedures according to Sops. Follows safe working practices in the execution of their assigned duties.
* Actively participates in general site and departmental Safety initiatives.
* Maintains clean work area; clear away debris, damaged or defective product, cartons, labels and packaging supplies.
* Assist with training of new hires.
** Marginal Functions
*** Assists operators at other stations of the line as needed.
* Works on any packaging line at stations on which you are trained.

Minimum Requirements
** Education / Experience /

Skills:

** Requires the basic knowledge and ability to apply mathematical concepts, spelling, reading English, and grammar.  Requires a High School diploma or GED.
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* Experience:

**** Packaging Operator I
** Recommended minimum of three to six months’ experience under direct supervision and guidance in order to gain sufficient skill to perform the requirements of the position.
** Packaging Operator II
** Recommended minimum 1 year experience as Packaging Operator.

Demonstrated ability to independently work all stations on a packaging line.
** License(s)/Certification(s) required:
** None Required
** Preferred Skills/Competencies
** that may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:
* Ability to comprehend and carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form and deal with problems involving standardized situations.
* Perform the basic functions of arithmetic; add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure. Perform reading, writing and speaking at a basic level.
* Ability to work under direct supervision to learn the functions of the position.
* Basic eye-hand coordination.
* Basic proficiency operating several of the following stations on the packaging lines:
a.
Bottle Unscrambler    b.
Cottoner/Coil Inserter    c.
Capper, Torque Tester    d.
Induction Sealer/Foil Seal Detector    e.
Packing    f.
End Packing    g.
Bottle Checkweigher    h.
Reject Station
* Machines, Tools,…