Packaging Specialist I (3rd Shift)

Zoetis; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in animal health is seeking a dedicated Packaging Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing essential pharmaceutical production tasks in a lean manufacturing environment, focusing on quality and efficiency. Candidates will utilize their attention to detail and mechanical skills to operate packaging equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and maintaining high production standards. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity in a safety-minded culture, this position could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; basic math and communication skills needed.
• Experience with mechanical tools and troubleshooting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks in compliance with SOPs and safety guidelines.
• Operate and maintain packaging equipment, ensuring quality and efficiency.
• Document all tasks accurately and provide leadership to team members.

Skills

Basic math skills

English communication skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical reasoning

Troubleshooting skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft applications

Hand tools

Job description

Packaging Specialist

Zoetis, the global leader in animal health, is looking for an engaged and driven individual to join our packaging team. Zoetis has been leading animal health since its inception in 2012 and we pride ourselves on providing all manner of quality solutions for our customer’s animal health needs.

A Packaging Specialist performs general pharmaceutical production related tasks and responsibilities in a lean manufacturing environment. This includes inspection and packaging of products, as well as material handling and setup of packaging lines with “right first time” accuracy and efficiency. This position requires high attention to detail with regard to ensuring a quality product is provided to our customers and ensuring production related documents are complete and correct. A Packaging Specialist requires the use of Microsoft applications and good organizational skills in order to maintain an orderly work environment. All activities are conducted within a safety-minded culture that strives for continuous improvement.

If you have an engaged work ethic and enjoy the challenge of maximizing quality and efficiency as part of a high performance team, this may be a great opportunity for you!

Responsibilities:

• Ensure all tasks are performed in accordance with applicable batch records, standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines, as well as applicable regulatory standards, such as current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
• Operate, maintain, troubleshoot and make minor repairs on packaging equipment.
• Monitor, evaluate and adjust processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiency.
• Maintain complete and accurate documentation of all tasks completed.
• Provide leadership to line operators as well as effectively communicate with support personnel and leadership.
• Work together as a team to maintain production schedule and objectives.

Required skills, education, and experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Basic math, English communication skills, legible penmanship, and reading comprehension.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Basic use of Microsoft applications and general computer skills.
• Effective interpersonal communication and a positive outlook.
• Mechanical reasoning and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong mechanical skills along with experience in the use of various hand tools.

Preferred candidate qualifications:

• Knowledge of cGMP’s and production practices.
• Experience in a Lean Production and/or manufacturing environment.
• Reliable transportation and good attendance/time management skills.
• Continuous improvement work environment experience; 5S, Standard Work, PDCA, M1, etc.
• Ability to train on area SOP’s/OJT’s- equipment, process, paperwork.
• Experience in working with Tech Writer, creating and maintaining training documentation.

Physical and Time requirements:

• Routine lifting of 20-50 lbs.
• Prolonged periods of sitting and standing.
• Ability to work overtime is required, including up to every other weekend based on business needs.
• Manual dexterity and ability to keep up with pace of production standards.
• Work Environment: Colleague could be exposed to airborne particles, including cephalosporin. Must work near moving mechanical parts. Eye protection and other personal protective equipment are required.
• SHIFT HOURS: 10:00pm-6:30am.

Full time Regular Colleague