Inspection & Packaging Operator I

Biopharma Careers; Manatí (PR); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb in Manati, PR is seeking an Inspection & Packaging Operator I to perform inspection and packaging of finished goods according to cGMPs and SOPs, with a focus on accurate documentation and clean work areas.

The role requires willingness to work rotating shifts, including 5:00pm-5:30am or 2:00pm-10:30pm, and prior experience in pharmaceutical packaging. We offer comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• At least 1 year of experience within pharmaceutical industry
• Knowledge of inspection/packaging equipment such as manual and semi-automatic systems
• Familiarity with V-90 Seidenader and labeling/cartoning equipment

Responsibilities

• Operate inspection equipment per cGMPs and safety rules
• Operate packaging equipment per cGMPs and safety rules
• Clean lines and maintain equipment uptime
• Ensure accurate documentation before line start and during packaging
• Perform reworks and re-inspections as needed
• Participate in audits and regulatory inspections

Skills

Accurate visual inspection

CGMP practices

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

1 year pharma experience

Tools

V-90 Seidenader

Labeler machines

Cartoner machines

Check weigher/ scales

Vision systems

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”, a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Turnos de 12hrs (5:00pm-5:30am), dias variados, 2:00pm-10:30pm

Summary

Perform the inspection and packaging of all finished goods in accordance to establish procedures and specification according to Good Manufacturing Practices, Safety and Standard Operating Procedures. Responsibility includes the inspection/packaging documentation (electronic and/or manual), and cleaning of area. This position must comply with all Security guidelines, Environmental Health and Safety regulations and the current Good Manufacturing Practices required by the job function.

Responsibilities

• Operates automatic and/or semi-automatic inspection equipment following all established cGMP’s and Safety regulation maintaining equipment up time and running to reduce downtime to a minimum. Performed manual and semi-automated inspection for liquid and lyophilized products, including syringes.
• Operates automatic and semi-automatic packaging equipment following all established cGMP’s and Safety regulation maintaining equipment up time and running to reduce downtime to a minimum. Performed manual and semi-automated packaging and syringes combination products assembly process, when necessary.
• Cleans all packaging/assembly/inspection lines according to procedures, as needed.
• Verifies components against the packaging process order.
• Completes area accurate (error free) documentation required before line star up and during the packaging process, following good documentation practices and delivers it on time.
• Performs housekeeping and handling of waste according to procedure.
• Inspects the quality and accuracy of all data printed during the inspection/assembly/packaging processes.
• Detects discrepancies during the packaging process, performs reworks/re-inspection as required by procedures.
• Attends to all mandatory training meetings for cGMPs, EHS and company policies.
• Participates in special projects and during audits and regulatory inspection and assists manufacturing activities in other areas within operations, as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• At least One (1) year of experience within pharmaceutical industry
• Knowledge in operating the following inspection/assembling/packaging equipments:
• Manual inspection booths, Semi-automated inspection equipment (e.g. V-90 Seidenader)
• Labeler machines for Parenteral products
• Cartoner machines
• Check weigher and/or scales.
• Electronic equipment
• Vision systems
• Manual assembly/packaging lines
• Secondary packaging semi-automated equipment
• Combination product assembly equipment

Additional Knowledge/Skills

• Accurate visual inspection (e.g. products and components defects)
• Knowledgeable in CGMP practices, process area, documentation, safety, EHS and hygiene practices.
• Good communication and Interpersonal skills
• Basic knowledge on computerized system.
• Good leadership and commitment
• Ability to enter data into a computer and perform process transactions.
• Ability to operate pallet jacks.
• Willing to work irregular hours, rotative shifts, weekends and holidays when necessary.

*The candidate must approve the sight screening test established within the Quality Assurance or Packaging Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

Compensation Overview

Manati - PR - US: $12.87 - $15.59per hour

The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits

• Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
• U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
• Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
• Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs. Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
• U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

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