Packager

Zimmer Biomet; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Zimmer Biomet is seeking personnel to operate packaging machines for sterile and non-sterile implants, perform fixture cleaning, and ensure 100% accuracy in packaging and recordkeeping. You will read blueprints, inspect parts, and handle materials in a controlled clean room environment while following GMP regulations.

Ability to stand continuously and lift up to 25–35 lbs is required. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, with preferred NPI certification or willingness to obtain

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Preferred experience: NPI certification or willing to be certified within 6 months of being in the role (if applicable).
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of packaging machines to specifications.
• Perform cleaning of fixtures and texturing of implants; 100% visual inspections.
• Maintain accurate production records and ensure packaging accuracy.
• Inspect parts per procedures; read blueprints and use precision measuring equipment as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Reading/writing English

Manual handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

What You Can Expect

Responsible for performing job functions associated with packaging of Zimmer Biomet products, sterile and non-sterile, purchased or manufactured by Zimmer Biomet according to the specifications and requirements established by Zimmer Biomet. May also perform PMMA function involving electrostatically spraying coat implants with polymer powder using appropriate masking fixtures and over cure coated parts.

How You'll Create Impact

• Operate a variety of packaging machines that could include package, seal, label to product specifications and or passivation.
• Perform cleaning of masking fixtures and texturing of implants using grit blasting and micro-blasting equipment. Perform 100% visual inspections on implants.
• May remove PMMA overspray from articulating surfaces.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Perform packaging operations with 100% accuracy.
• Perform etching operation on product per the blueprint.
• Perform inspection on parts as required by process procedures.
• Maintain supplies and equipment and keep accurate production records.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area and comply with all OP and GMP regulations as they relate to the process and clean room environments.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and might not necessarily comprise all of the essential functions for purposes of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Previous manufacturing experience helpful. Ability to read, to comprehend, write and follow basic written and oral instructions.
• Mental/ Visual Effort: Considerable. Requires very close degree of visual attention while monitoring and documenting gauge and dial readings, flow rates, and RPMs.
• Must be a neat, clean individual capable of working in a controlled environment clean room.
• Must be able to maintain confidential information.
• Read and write legibly and follow written procedures and verbal instructions.
• Physically able to stand 100% of the time.
• Able to read and interpret blue prints.
• Able to lift up to 25-35 lbs repeatedly.
• Must be able to interface with personnel and management of other areas.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to participate and interact in classroom environment.
• Must be able to read and write English language in order to take and pass practical and written examinations covering applicable procedures.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment by communicating effectively, being alert to helping others, and participate in problem solving and process improvement activities across all shifts.
• Must be able to perform intricate detail work on a repetitive basis.
• Inspect filled container to ensure that product is packaged according to specifications.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment, as necessary, to perform inspections.
• Ensure personal safety equipment is used and maintained appropriately; observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Assist in training new Team Members as required.

Your Background

• High School Dilpoma or GED.
• Preferred experience: NPI certification or willing to be certified within 6 months of being in the role (if applicable)
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Expected Compensation Range

$20.00 per hour