Bio Packaging Technician 1st shift Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm

Zoetis Spain SL; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in animal pharmaceuticals is seeking a Bio Packaging Technician for their Lincoln, NE facility. The position involves operating packaging equipment and maintaining accurate records, with responsibilities spanning record-keeping and safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, basic mechanical skills, and a collaborative attitude. Competitive benefits include a sign-on bonus, paid time off, and health coverage starting on day one.

Benefits

$500 Sign-on Bonus

4 weeks accrued paid vacation

401(k) match with profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Great health benefits from day 1

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret procedures required.
• Must meet physical demands and have basic mechanical skill.
• Preferred candidates should have technical school certificate or college experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate biological packaging lines and maintain accurate records.
• Follow safety and cleaning protocols while operating equipment.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

General math skills

Communication

Education

H.S. Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows-based applications

Job description

Bio Packaging Technician 1st shift Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm

Bio Packaging Technician 1st shift Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm

Apply locations Lincoln | Full time | Posted 9 Days Ago | Job requisition id JR00018396

Zoetis is the world’s largest manufacturer and supplier of animal pharmaceuticals.

At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high-quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of Nebraska’s Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow.

Benefits Include:

• $500 Sign-on Bonus
• 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) match with company profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program
• Great health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1

Position Summary

Work as part of a team operating biological packaging lines. Operate packaging equipment and other related tasks. Maintain accurate and concurrent documentation of all tasks completed. Maintain a positive attitude and be able to work well with others in a team environment. Demonstrate good attendance.

Hours: 1st shift, 6:00am – 2:30pm Monday – Friday. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

1. Record Keeping and Documentation
   • Maintain and complete accurate records (timecards, batch records, logbooks, etc.).
2. Equipment
   • Operate assigned equipment, e.g., PLC controlled packaging line, vision system, etc.
   • Clean production equipment and facilities.
   • Set-up/disassemble packaging equipment.
   • Operate specific in-process devices associated with the equipment.
   • Operate material handling devices, electric pallet jack, manual pallet jacks, and hi-lifts.
   • Apply the metric system to assigned process calculations.
3. SOPs / cGMPs
   • Follow all SOPs/cGMPs applicable to the area.
   • Apply proper housekeeping techniques.
   • Follow proper dress and secondary gowning policy.
4. Safety
   • Practice good safety techniques in the manufacturing area, including lock-out/tag-out procedures.
   • Read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs).
   • Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required per SOPs.
5. Decision Making
   • Delegate questionable issues upward.
   • Follow directions either written or oral.
   • Know when to stop the process for anomalies.
   • Learn to identify “out-of-spec” material.
6. Process
   • Familiar with production/process flow.
   • Know proper staging and storage location for supplies and equipment.
   • Learn key terminology associated with Biological Manufacturing.
7. Communications
   • Communicate effectively with peers and supervisor.
   • Apply appropriate communication techniques for teamwork.
8. Personal Computer Skills
   • Perform PC tasks.

Education and Experience

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and interpret procedures.
• Ability to apply general math skills.
• Basic mechanical skills and experience with hand tools.
• Meet physical requirements of the job.

Preferred Candidate Qualifications

• Technical school certificate or 1-2 years college.
• Minimum of one year of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with vision systems and robotic fillers.
• Knowledge of Windows-based applications.

Physical Position Requirements

• Apply good lifting techniques.
• Prolonged standing.
• Lift 20-40 lbs routinely, up to 50 lbs occasionally.
• Work flexible hours and overtime.
• Move up/down stairs/ladders.

Work Environment

• Exposure to chemicals, dust, noise, temperature variations, heights.

This job is active and requires physical effort. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from third parties will be considered property of Zoetis and not eligible for a fee. Zoetis is an equal opportunity employer and offers accommodations for applicants with disabilities.