Packaging Operator

Overview

Run mechanical hoppers and grinding operations, including routine cleaning of equipment. Responsible for operating in the work areas in conformance to CGMP Q7A operating procedures and requirements. Receive packaging supplies into storage area. Inspect all packaging supplies for defects and reject any unsatisfactory material. Maintain record of inspections and rejections. Fill packages to desired weight and check weigh each package. Carefully clean all packages.

Sample final product packages according to SOP and deliver samples to QC/QA. Maintain high standards of cleanliness in packaging area, including cleaning work areas following packaging each lot. Move containers and carts containing multiple packages from one area of operation to another. Maintain quarantine and approved areas for material. Prepare shipments and load material for orders. Prepare samples for customers.

Work safely in all activities. Follow all plant safety policies and procedures. Encourage fellow employees in maintaining safe operations and a safe workplace. Report and help to correct any violations of plant safety policies. Follow all plant security policies. Always protect confidential company information. Assist in the training of new employees. Participate in ongoing training programs as directed by supervision.

Participate in investigation of any process deviations, upsets, or unintended events as requested by supervision. Maintain production records in MES system. Scan all finished product movement in MES system. Print and distribute Bills of Lading according to SOP. Inspect, accept/reject trucks and trailers for CGMP compliance. Perform cycle count and physical inventories as scheduled. Back fill for Utility Operator and Receiving Operator positions as needed, see the appropriate job descriptions for the details.

Work overtime as needed to maintain plant operations.

Emotional intelligence skills
:

• Emotional Empathy
• Positive Attitude
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Flexibility / Adaptability
• Interpersonal Skills

Education

High School (required)

Experience

Packaging or shipping in a CGMP environment (preferred)
Chemical operations (preferred)

Skills

• MS PowerPoint (required)
• MS Outlook (required)
• MS Excel (required)
• MS Word (required)

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