Packager

Polysciences; Warrington Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 4% company match

Medical, dental, vision plans

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Polysciences, Warrington, PA, is seeking an Entry-level Packager for our filling and packaging department. Work is Monday through Thursday, 10-hour nights, from 4:15 pm to 2:45 am, in Warrington, Bucks County. Regular, full-time position with benefits.

You will perform filling, capping, labeling, inspecting, and packaging on assigned lines, read batch records, and train new Packagers. Requires a HS diploma, ability to lift 40 pounds, and comfort operating forklift/pallet jack.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent.
• Must read and understand associated packaging/manufacturing documents.
• Read, follow, and complete batch records per GDP rules.
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds and operate forklift/power pallet jack.

Responsibilities

• Perform filling, capping, labeling, inspecting, and packaging on filling lines.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper sanitation in the packaging area.
• Read batch records and follow GDP guidelines.
• Train new Packagers.

Skills

Reading packaging docs

Basic math

Instruction giving

Organize workspace

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Scales

Torque testers

Particle counters

Pallet jack

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Poly Warrington PA - Warrington, PA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $19.20 - $19.20Hourly, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: M-Th / 2nd shift, Job Category: Manufacturing, Who We Are

Ott Scientific

The Ott Scientific family of companies comprises Polysciences, Bangs Laboratories, and Ethos Biosciences. Together, we deliver innovative chemistries, products and services that support advancements in highly specialized industries such as medical device, diagnostics, bioprocessing, fine chemicals and technology.

Polysciences

In Polysciences 60 years of operation, we've grown into a nexus of technical operations and scientific laboratories housing custom synthesis, contract manufacturing and packaging and laboratory products. Through these three divisions, we are proud to offer a broad range of products and tailored solutions for the life sciences, bioprocessing, microparticles, medical device, specialty chemical and eChem industries. We adhere to ISO13485:2016, FDA cGMP 21 CFR 820 regulations, and SOCMAs ChemStewards® Management System. We believe the best scientific innovations are built through collaborations.

Our bioprocessing business unit markets and sells innovative, proprietary solutions for research, bioproduction and therapeutics development. Our products are enrolled in a growing number of clinical trials worldwide.

We are looking for a Packager in our filling and packaging department. This position is working Monday through Thursday, 10 hour days, from 4:15 pm to 2:45 am. We are located in Warrington, PA (Bucks County). This is a regular, full-time position with benefits.

The Packager is responsible for performing filling, capping, labeling, inspecting, packaging and cleaning activities on assigned tube and bottle filling line positions. We are looking for someone with the ability to eventually move up to a lead role.

Expectations

• Follow all company safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times without compromise.
• Follow all area and process procedures.
• Abide by the Polysciences attendance policy and require no attendance corrective actions.
• Treat each other with respect, work as a team
• Optimistic with a yes we can attitude offering ideas & suggestions,
• Attention to detail to deliver consistent quality, quantity of work, and counts
• Keep busy during down time
• Communicate issues, concerns, & needs to Line Leads and Sr. Line Leads
• Works multiple lines and multiple positions on those lines
• Cleaning machine parts in between line changes
• Make minor equipment adjustments Ability to read, follow, & complete batch records according to GDP rules
• Occasionally oversees less complex production lines with responsibility to:
• a. Inspect and verify components prior to line start-up
• b. Communicates to workers product details and finished product specifications
• c. Assign workers to line positions and give instructions
• d. Monitor line flow and adjust worker speed to keep flow consistent
• e. Assign other work or send workers to other lines During downtime
• f. Check inspect finished product, take accurate weights, & update run numbers at set intervals
• g. Complete paperwork according to GDP
• h. Communicate line clean up assignments
• i. Verify line clearance after line has been cleaned
• Train new Packagers

Physical Demands

• Minimal: Kneeling, crawling, climbing, fine manipulation
• Occasional: Sitting, walking, forward bending, pinching
• Frequent: Standing, squatting, balancing
• Constant: Reaching, cervical spine motion, lower extremities, simple grasp, firm grasp

Education and Skills Needed

• HS diploma or the equivalent
• Must be able to read and understand associated packaging and manufacturing document
• Comfortable giving others work instructions and work corrections
• Perform simple math like counting, addition, subtraction, and using a calculator
• Organize work area to ensure that it is neat, clean, and holds accurate inventory
• Able to lift up to 40 pounds, required.
• Utilize tools such as scales, torque testers, particle counters, and other various pieces of equipment
• Must be able to work overtime activities to support business needs
• Ability to drive fork truck and us power pallet jack a plus.

We've got great employees who work hard but like to have a bit of fun. We don't have the bureaucracy, acronyms, corporate speak, etc. like mega corporations, and we like it that way. We are serious about business and enthusiastic about our work environment!

What We Offer

• Culture
• Great people
• Peer to Peer Recognition
• Broader, hands-on work experience
• Clean and Modern Equipment & Labs
• Fun company events
• Competitive Wages Generous Year-end Bonus Comprehensive Benefits
• 4 Medical PPO Medical Plans with Telemedicine, Rx, & Vision
• 2 Dental Plans
• Healthcare, Dependent care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Financial Health & Wellness w/1:1 Coaching
• Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accident, Hospital Indemnity, & Critical Illness
• Paid Time Off
• Short & Long-term Disability
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Must have legal authorization to work in the US and will not require sponsorship.

Polysciences is an equal opportunity employer. Drug-free workplace. Tobacco-free work site.

Polysciences does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application process and/or interview process should notify a representative of the Human Resources Department.

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Qualifications: Qualifications

Education Required: High School Diploma/GED Preferred: High School Diploma/GED

Certification(s): Specify preferred or required.

Other qualifications:

• Preferred: Experience working in a cGMP environment
• Preferred: Experience working in an ISO 13485 environment.

Immediate Work Environment:

X- Chemicals Unprotected Height X-Fumes/Gases X-Persistent Noise

X- PPE used: Safety Glasses, protective shoes, gloves

Work Activity: [must equal number of hours worked per day] Stand: 9 Frequency: Continuously Walk: 1 Frequency: Intermittently Sit: 0 Frequency: Choose an item. Drive: 0 Frequency: Choose an item.

Lift/Carry Demands

Frequency: Lift/Carry Equipment Provided:

0-10 lbs. More than 3 hours a day Click or tap here to enter text.

11-25 lbs. 1-3 hours a day Click or tap here to enter text.

26-50 lbs. 1-3 hours a day Click or tap here to enter text.

51-75 lbs. Rarely Click or tap here to enter text.

76-100 lbs. Never Click or tap here to enter text.