What are the responsibilities and job description for the PACKAGING OPERATOR I - 1st shift position at Avet Pharmaceutical?
Job Summary:
Packaging Operator is an entry-level position in the packaging department. Packing Operator is responsible for setup, cleanup, and safely operating the packaging equipment to perform packaging functions such as filling, labeling, and packing containers in accordance with Packaging batch record while following SOPs and Maintaining 100% cGMP & compliance during operations.
Reporting Relationships
• This position has no direct reports.
Essential Functions:
• Set up and operate packaging lines.
• Assist operators in performing their job functions.
• Trouble shooting and correcting machine operation.
• Assist team in meeting packaging production requirements.
• Assist with training of personnel.
• All other job-related duties.
Specialized Skills and Knowledge:
• High school or GED.
• Packaging operator qualification.
• Minimum three years of experience in packaging.
• Experienced in all aspects of running bottle packaging machinery.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Must complete departmental SOP, GMP and Qualification.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to lead a team.
• Good dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Walking, standing and ability to lift 20 Kg (44 lbs.).
Key Competencies:
1. Problem solving and mechanical skills
2. Collaboration
3. Adaptability and initiative
Physical Demands/Factors:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; use hands; talk; and hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
At Avet, we require that all employees physically entering the workplace to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be asked to present proof of vaccination before beginning employment unless you quality for a reasonable accommodation based on a sincerely held religious belief or medical need.
Based on the highly regulated workplace at Avet, employees will be required to meet minimum English proficiency requirements.
Avet is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
This job description is not all-inclusive. It acts as a guideline and is subject to change over time. Additional duties may be assigned based on business needs.