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Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contributions

Paid vacation

Holiday & personal days

Employee assistance program

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellness program

Job summary

Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC is seeking a Packaging Operator to support production by operating packaging lines and maintaining logs. The role requires following SOPs and CGMP guidelines, with attention to safety and quality at all times.

The ideal candidate can lift up to 40 lbs, work on fast-paced lines, and perform repetitive tasks while ensuring 100% compliance with standards. Benefits include a comprehensive package and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Capable of lifting up to 40 lbs and moving items on packaging lines.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks on fast-moving production lines (150–400 units per minute).
• Must follow SOPs and CGMP requirements.
• Must maintain logs and ensure product quality is within specifications.

Responsibilities

• Inspect labeled vials, lot numbers, expirations, inserts, trays, and pallets on packaging lines.
• Provide skilled training for shippers aggregation and maintenance on high-speed equipment (AIM).
• Complete line clearances before and after production lots and ensure packaging meets specifications.
• Follow safety, SOP, and CGMP training, maintaining a clean, organized work area.
• Assist with changeovers and setup of packaging equipment as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Lifting 40 lbs

Production speed

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

AIM high-speed automated inspection equipment

HMI applications

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for Packaging on various packaging machinery in order to maintain a steady flow of production. This may involve the following: traying-on, traying-off, nano-packaging and moving pallets. Must follow SOP's and any departmental procedures. Recommends improvements and identifies potential problems which could affect the operation both personnel and equipment related.

• Hourly Range: $19.00
• Overnight Shift Differential: $1.75 per hour
• Final pay determinations will depend on various factors, including, but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Our benefits programs are comprehensive and thoughtfully crafted to ensure our colleagues live healthy lives and have support when it matters most. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with company contributions, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, employee assistance program, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.

Responsibilities

Performs inspection of labeled vials, lot numbers, expiration dates, inserts, trays, partitions, shippers, packing and palletizing shipper packs Must maintain log in ability on packaging lines.

Performs skilled training for aggregation of shippers Must be qualified to work on high-speed automated inspection equipment (AIM).

Performs and documents line clearances before and after the running of a production lot Will work on assembly lines with high-speed equipment with Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) applications Assures that the packaged product meets all [100%] of specifications

Responsible for complying with all SOP's and cGMP's including all required training modules

Maintains a clean and organized work environment and strives to meet daily goals Makes minor adjustments and assists with changeover and set-up to equipment, as necessary

Assures the correct set-up and operation of all packaging equipment except the Labe/er

Assures a safe working environment and always wears appropriate safety equipment/apparel as well as alerting the supervisor to unsafe conditions in the department

Performs other duties as assigned.

Works overtime as needed. All employees are responsible for ensuring the compliance to company documents, programs and activities related to the Health, Safety, Environment, Energy, and Quality Management Systems, as per your roles and responsibilities

Requirement

• High School diploma or GED required
• Must be capable of lifting to 40 lbs, of various packaging/inspection materials and equipment and transporting objects up to 80 lbs.
• Must be able to perform repetitive work with machinery, which typically produces anywhere from 150-400 units per minute
• Must have ability to focus on details for periods of time [i.e., visual inspection, labeling]
• Ability to move pallets of material with manual and battery-operated pallet jacks strongly preferred.

The Company's primary business language is English. The successful candidate must be able to effectively speak, read, write, and understand English to perform the essential functions of the position, including independently understanding policies, procedures, training materials, and workplace communications written in English due to our heavily regulated work environment.

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability,401K with company contribution, andwellness program.

Please note that joining our team does not create a guaranteed or permanent employment arrangement. All employment is atwill, meaning both the employee and Fresenius Kabi have the right to end the employment relationship at any time, in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.