Packaging Operator (3rd shift)

Bayer AG; Myerstown (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayer is seeking a 3rd Shift Associate Tech at the Myerstown, PA site. You will set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot packaging lines in OTC and Nutritional factories, following SOPs and GMP standards to ensure timely, quality products.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, drive efficiency, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives while upholding safety, 5S, and documentation practices.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience in GMP/SOP environments preferred.
• Ability to work safely in production with frequent schedule changes.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot packaging lines.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to drive efficiencies and continuous improvement.
• Follow SOPs, GMP, and safety regulations; document steps accurately.

Skills

GMP experience

SOP adherence

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in Technical/Industrial Manufacturing

Job description

3rd Shift Associate Tech

At Bayerwe’revisionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where 'Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility.We’redoing it with energy, curiosity, and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities, and redefining ‘impossible’.There are so many reasons to join us. Ifyou’rehungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference,there’sonly one choice.

As an Associate Tech on the 2nd shift, you willbe responsible forsetting up,operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting manufacturing equipment. Working within multidisciplinary autonomous teams,you'lldrive operational efficiencies, adoptnew technologies, and ensure adherence to industry regulations.You'llembrace Dynamic Shared Ownership (DSO) principles, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform necessary tasks to plan and package high-quality products on time and in the right quantities in OTC and Nutritional factories at the Myerstown sitein accordance withsite policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and practices.

Work with multidisciplinary autonomous and dynamic teams to drive operational efficiencies, best practices, adoptnew technologies, and ensure continuous production process improvement.

Embrace Dynamic Shared Ownership (DSO) principles and practices and follow the VACC approach in day-to-day operations.

Personal Development / Training / Autonomous Team Culture

Support the development of a diverse, inclusive talent pool where members share and support each other to build theirexpertisein an autonomous team environment.

Take personal accountability in upskilling training/coaching needs and collaborate in the development of training programs to enhance the skills of the operations cluster teams.

Own personal training records, cross-train and coach other operators as needed, and motivate team members to continuously improve processes.

Develop high-performance competencies such as technical skills, digital capabilities, communication, and teamwork to build a collaborative, autonomous culture.

Foster a culture of accountability, trust, and empowerment, where each team member takes ownership of safety, quality, and performance outcomes.

Champion continuous improvement and knowledge transfer,identifyingskill gaps, proposing solutions, and supporting development initiatives.

Production Operations

Ensure a safe work environment by following all safety procedures, workplace standards, company guidelines, and ergonomic practices.

Maintain, clean, and organize the work area using 5S practices andparticipatein safety improvement projects.

Adopt technological advancements and embrace production agility with a digitally enabled mindset to quickly react to changing customer and consumer needs.

Assistwith technical troubleshooting and predictive/preventive maintenance tasks as needed.

Drive continuous improvement by taking actions to safely reduce equipment setup and changeover times.

Use digital tools to support packaginglinesoperational efficiency (OEE) improvement initiatives.

Collaborate with production employees and support functions toestablishpriorities and deliverproductsmeeting deadlines.

Perform daily set-up and routine operations of the packaging lines and accurately document production process steps.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure adherence to SOPs, regulatory requirements, GMP standards, and industry best practices across all packaging processes.

Ensure product quality by performing in-process checks andcomplying withcGMP.

Accurately document production process steps and communicate quality and non-compliance issues to supervisionin a timely manner.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with other packaging cluster team members, production maintenance, and support functions.

Collaborate with Coaches and Operational Excellence team members in all continuous improvement initiatives.

Other Duties

Complete other duties as assigned.

WHO YOU ARE

Bayer seeks an incumbent whopossessesthe following:

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Experience working in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) or Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) environment

Demonstrated ability to work safely in a production environment with frequent production schedule changes.

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate degree with Technical/Industrial Manufacturing

At least 6 months experience using motorized & non-motorized material handling equipment

Strong understanding of the regulatory arena involving GMP, OSHA, EPA, and Bayer standards

Employees can expect to be paid a salary between $22.03-$33.05 .Additionalcompensation may include a bonus or incentive compensation (if relevant).Additionalbenefits include health care, vision, dental, retirement, PTO, sick leave, etc. This salary range is merely an estimate and may vary based on an applicant's location, market data/ranges, an applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other relevant factors.

Thispostingwill be available for application until at least6/16/26.

YOUR APPLICATION

Bayer offers a wide variety of competitive compensation and benefits programs.

Bayer is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Bayer is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its application process for individuals with disabilities and encourages applicants with disabilities to request any needed accommodation(s) using the contact information below.

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Location: United States : Pennsylvania : Myerstown