Bio Packaging Technician 2nd Shift 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Zoetis; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Vacation + holidays

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits from day 1

Job summary

Zoetis in Lincoln, NE is hiring a Bio Packaging Technician for the 2nd shift (2:00pm–10:30pm). Work on biological packaging lines, operate PLC-controlled equipment, and maintain accurate batch records while following cGMPs and safety procedures.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic mechanical skills, and ability to read procedures. Team oriented, with good attendance, willingness to lift 20–50 lbs, and flexibility for overtime.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to read and interpret procedures.
• General math skills for process calculations.
• Basic mechanical aptitude with hand tools.
• Meets physical requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Record keeping: timecards, batch records, logbooks.
• Operate packaging line PLC and related equipment; clean and set up equipment.
• Follow SOPs and cGMPs; maintain housekeeping and proper dress code.
• Practice safety: PPE usage, lockout/tagout, Read MSDSs as required.
• Communicate effectively with team and supervisor; use PC tasks.

Skills

Language skills

Math skills

Mechanical skills

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vision systems

Robotic fillers

Windows PC

Job description

## Bio Packaging Technician 2nd Shift 2:00pm - 10:30pmApplylocations: Lincolntime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR00021379Zoetis 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 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 completed tasks. Maintain a positive attitude and be able to work well with others in a team environment. Demonstrate good attendance. Hours: 2nd shift, Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30am. 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 25ft, e.g., tops of silos and tops of blenders.Full timeRegularColleague