Packer

PQ; Warrington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

PQ is seeking a dedicated individual to work as a packer across multiple areas of the plant. The role involves preparing and setting up the packing system, maintaining GMP standards and ensuring efficient operation on a 24-hour shift pattern.

You will work under supervision to meet KPI targets and participate in safety and housekeeping activities. The successful candidate will have relevant industrial experience, a willingness to work shifts, and may hold NVQ Level 1 or CIA Process Plant

Qualifications

• Relevant Industrial experience - mandatory
• Experience of 24 hour continuous shift working - preferable
• Units and elements of CIA Process Plant Operations or NVQ level 1 – desirable
• Current FLT – powered hand truck license - desirable

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up the packing system in line with standard instructions and ensure packaging, equipment, labelling and raw materials are available for the planned product and tonnage
• Work closely under the guidance of the Microniser Operator to meet KPIs
• Adhere to packing guidelines for sampling, pack presentation, labelling, weight control, additives, rework and GMP compliance
• Actively participate in safety, environmental and PQ standards Audits and housekeeping across areas
• Communicate verbally and in writing, complete batch documentation and handover, support knowledge transfer
• Clean down process equipment and packing areas maintaining GMP standards

Skills

Industrial experience

24h shift experience

Education

NVQ Level 1 or CIA Process Plant Operations

Tools

FLT license

Job description

Job Purpose

To safely carry out the duties of a packer across multiple areas of the plant. Working on a variable shift pattern as part of a team.

Key Accountabilities

• 1) Preparation and set-up of the packing system in line with standard instructions. Ensuring all packaging, equipment, labelling and raw materials are available for the specific planned product and tonnage.
• 2) Working closely under the guidance of the Microniser Operator to meet set KPI’s
• 3) Adherence to packing guidelines for sampling, pack presentation, labelling, weight control, addition of additives, reworking and adhering to good manufacturing practice.
• 4) Active involvement complying with safety, environmental and Company standards, including auditing, reporting, team improvement activities and housekeeping in multiple areas.
• 5) Communicate both verbally and in written format, in a timely fashion. Including completion of batch documentation, handover , assisting others to improve knowledge and understanding
• 6) Cleandown of process equipment and packing areas, maintaining GMP standards.

Special Features

Process Packers will carry out any task they have been deemed competent to do, provided that such activity can be completed safely.

Qualifications

• Relevant Industrial experience - mandatory
• Experience of 24 hour continuous shift working - preferable
• Units and elements of CIA Process Plant Operations or NVQ level 1 – desirable
• Current FLT – powered hand truck license - desirable

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

EHS Responsibilities

• Communicates, promotes and personally demonstrates Safety/Health (including PQP Principles) as #1 priority
• Participation in risk assessment audits as applicable
• Understand PQ Principles (PQP) and how they are implemented in the site organization, rules and procedures
• Completes HSE training requirements identified for the job in a timely manner

PQ is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.