Bio Packaging Technician 1st Shift Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

Zoetis Spain SL; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$500 Sign on Bonus

4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13h

4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13

Job summary

Zoetis in Lincoln, NE is seeking a Packaging Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will operate PLC controlled packaging lines, record timecards and batch records, and maintain accurate documentation while following SOPs and cGMPs. A strong team attitude and good attendance are essential.

The position is 1st shift, Monday through Friday 6:00am–2:30pm with potential overtime, weekends, and holidays. Training provided; benefits begin on day one.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required.
• Language skills - able to read and interpret procedures.
• Math skills - ability to apply general math skills.
• Has a basic understanding of mechanical skills and has used various hand tools.
• Meets the physical requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Record keeping and documentation: maintain and complete accurate records (timecards, batch records, logbooks, etc.).
• Operate packaging equipment (e.g., PLC controlled lines, vision system).
• Clean production equipment and facilities.
• Set up/disassemble production equipment.
• Operate material handling devices and related tools.
• Follow SOPs/cGMPs and safety procedures.

Skills

Reading procedures

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools experience

Education

High school diploma

Language skills

Basic math

Mechanical skills

Tools

Vision systems

Robotic fillers

Windows PC

Job description

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 the 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

• $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, Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm. Overtime, weekend, and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

• Record Keeping and Documentation Maintain and complete accurate records (timecards, batch records, logbooks, etc.).
• Equipment Operate assigned equipment, i.e., PLC controlled packaging line, vision system, etc.
• Clean production equipment and facilities.
• Set-up/ disassemble production 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.
• SOPs / cGMPs Follow all SOPs/cGMPs applicable to the area.
• Apply proper housekeeping techniques.
• Follow proper dress and secondary gowning policy.
• 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, i.e. safety shoes, safety glasses, respirators, gloves, hearing protection, etc.
• Decision Making – Demonstrated ability to: 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.
• Process Familiar with production/ process flow.
• Know proper staging and storage location for supplies and equipment.
• Learn key terminology associated with Biological Manufacturing.
• Communications Communicate effectively with peers and supervisor.
• Apply appropriate communication techniques for teamwork.
• Personal Computer Skills Perform PC tasks.

Education and Experience

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent required.
• Language skills - able to read and interpret procedures.
• Math Skills - ability to apply general math skills.
• Has a basic understanding of mechanical skills and has used various hand tools.
• Meets the physical requirements of the job.

PREFERRED CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical school certificate, or 1-2 yrs. college.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with vision systems and robotic fillers.
• Knowledge of P.C. using Windows based applications.

Physical Position Requirements

• Apply good lifting techniques.
• Prolonged periods of standing.
• Will be exposed to routine lifting of 20-40 lbs., and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime.
• Ability to move up and down stairs/ladders.

Work Environment

• Exposure to cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to product dust/particulate.
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to temperature variations.
• Exposure to heights of up to 25 ft, e.g., tops of silos and tops of blenders.

Full time Regular Colleague

Full time Regular Colleague

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other protected classification.

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Zoetis also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility, considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact.

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues’ careers, connection and support.

We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.

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