Packaging Operator 1- 1st Shift

Smith & Nephew, Inc.; Town of Mansfield (NY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401k Matching Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Flex Holidays

Paid Community Service Day

Hybrid Work Model

Volunteer time (8 hours)

Discounts on fitness clubs

Job summary

Life Unlimited at Smith+Naphew is hiring for a role supporting product assembly and packaging of finished products at the Mansfield site. You will assemble, seal, label, and package, ensuring compliance with drawings, procedures, and quality standards in a Lean environment.

The role requires a high school diploma and at least one year in manufacturing or related settings, with English reading/writing ability and physical capability to lift 25 lbs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or retail.
• Read/write in English.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products manually or with fixtures.
• Verify components for count, quantity and revision.
• Read and understand drawings and process summaries.
• Label materials correctly and affix labels.
• Clean components using Alcohol cleaning procedures.
• Seal products using heat sealing machines.
• Box and package product for shipment to sterilizer.
• Measure product per drawings/inspection instructions.
• Support automated machines and participate in training.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

5S / Kaizen

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Lean manufacturing

Job description

Life Unlimited. At Smith+Naphew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.

This Role supports product assembly and packaging of finished product. Including but not limited to:

Product cleaning product, documentation of work done and all package activities both inside and outside of a clean room environment at the Mansfield site.

Must be able to comply with all governing rules including Smith & Nephew policies and procedures and adhere to safety and cleanliness practices in the work place.

What will you be doing?

Assembles and packages medical products using one piece flow methodology in a Lean environment using but not limited to the following methods:

• Verifying components for count, quantity and revision
• Read and understand drawings and process summaries
• Generate and affix labels to properly identify materials
• Clean components using Alcohol cleaning procedures in preparation for assembly
• Assemble products manually or using fixtures
• Seal products using various heat sealing machines such as pouches, trays and poly bags
• Box and package product for shipment to sterilizer
• Measurement of product per drawing/inspection instructions
• Support automated machines
• Complete training in prescribed timeframe

Work in a team environment using the following skills:

• Communication both verbal and written
• Listening and reaching consensus with others
• Participating in continuous process Improvement activities such as 5s and Kaizen events

Complete and understand documentation need to comply with company policies, Quality Manual and procedures including but not limited to:

• FDA, QSR and various domestic and international standards and regulations
• Company policies and procedures. Perform other job related duties including the training of new, transferring, and lesser skilled employee’s as assigned

What will you need to be successful?

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: At least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment, warehouse, or retail setting.
• Languages: Must be able to read/write in English.
• Physical Demands: Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our strongest investments are in our people and the patients we serve.

Inclusion and Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging.

Your Future: 401k Matching Program, 401k Plus Program, Discounted Stock Purchase Plan, Tuition Reimbursement.

Work/Life Balance: Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off, Paid Holidays, Flex Holidays, Paid Community Service Day.

Your Wellbeing: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually), Employee Assistance Program, Parental Leave, Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program.

Flexibility: Hybrid Work Model (for most professional roles).

Training: Hands On, Team Customized, Mentorship.

Extra Perks: Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more.

The anticipated base compensation range for this position is $18 .75 - $ 28.12 USD hourly. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role at Smith + Nephew. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. In addition to base pay, we provide competitive bonus and benefits, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k, tuition reimbursement, medical leave programs, parental leave, and generous PTO, paid company holidays annually and 8 hours of Volunteer time and a variety of wellness offerings such as EAP.

Smith+Naphew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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