Tableting/Packaging Technician - Synovex 2nd Shift

Zoetis; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $500

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Health benefits from day 1

Job summary

Zoetis Lincoln plant seeks a manufacturing associate to operate pharmaceutical tableting and packaging lines, with responsibilities spanning documentation, equipment clean‑up, and process control. You will work in a team environment on a DEA‑regulated area, following SOPs and safety rules from day one.

The role requires a high school diploma (or equivalent) and 6–12 months of manufacturing experience, plus basic math and mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent required; plus 6-12 months experience in manufacturing.
• Able to read and interpret procedures.
• General math skills needed for process calculations.
• Basic mechanical skills and familiarity with hand tools.
• Meets physical requirements of the job.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate documentation of tasks performed.
• Operate tableting equipment (PLC-controlled presses) and related devices.
• Operate packaging line and related equipment.
• Follow SOPs/cGMPs; maintain housekeeping and dress policies.
• Follow safety procedures including PPE use and lock-out/tag-out.
• Follow directions and stop process for anomalies as needed.
• Understand production/process flow and proper staging/storage of supplies.
• Communicate effectively with team and supervisors; participate in teamwork.
• Perform basic PC tasks related to production and record-keeping.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Mathematics

Reading procedures

Mechanical aptitude

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

6-12 months manufacturing experience

Tools

Tableting presses

Packaging line

Moisture analyzers

Weigh scales

Calipers

Pallet jack

Hi-lift

Job description

Zoetis is the world's largest Manufacturer and Supplier of Animal Pharmaceuticals.

At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of the Nebraska's Safest Companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow.

Benefits Include:

• $500 Sign on Bonus
• 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays.
• 401(k) match with company profit sharing.
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan repayment program.
• Great Health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1.

Position Summary

Based on experience and interest either work as part of a team operating pharmaceutical tableting presses or operating pharmaceutical packaging line, equipment, and other related tasks. Maintain accurate and concurrent documentation of all completed tasks. Maintain a positive attitude and be able t work will with others in team environment. Demonstrate good attendance.

This position is in a manufacturing area utilizing DEA schedule III / IV materials. Synovex differential pay will be paid to colleagues working within the facility.

Hours: 2nd shift, 2:00pm - 10:30pm. 1st shift work, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

Record Keeping and Documentation

Maintain accurate and concurrent documentation of all completed tasks. Maintain a positive attitude and be able t work will with others in team environment. Demonstrate good attendance.

Equipment - Tableting

• Operate assigned equipment, i.e., PLC-controlled Blenders, dryers, GMX Granulator and fluid bed dryer, Weigh room scales, Tablet presses, etc.
• Clean production equipment and facilities.
• Operate specific in-process devices associated with the equipment, i.e., moisture analyzers, scales, hardness testers, calipers, etc.
• Operate material handling devices, electric pallet jack, manual pallet jacks, and hi-lifts.
• Apply the metric system to assigned process calculations.

OR

Equipment - Packaging

• Operate assigned equipment, i.e., PLC controlled packaging line, pellet filler vision system, pouch sealer, etc.
• Clean production equipment and facilities.
• Operate specific in-process devices associated with the equipment.
• Operate material handling devices, electric pallet jack, manual pallet jacks, and hi-lifts.
• Apply the metric system to assigned process calculation.

SOPs / cGMPs

• Follow all SOPs/cGMPs applicable to the area.
• Apply proper housekeeping techniques.
• Follow proper dress and secondary gowning policy.

Safety

• Practice good safety techniques in the manufacturing area, including lock-out/Tag-out procedures.
• Read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs).
• Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required per SOPs, i.e. safety shoes, safety glasses, respirators, gloves, hearing protection, etc.

Decision Making -- Demonstrated ability to:

• Follow directions either written, or oral.
• Know when to stop the process for anomalies.
• Learn to identify "out-of-spec" material.

Process

• Familiar with production/ process flow.
• Know proper staging and storage location for supplies and equipment.
• Learn key terminology associated with Pharmaceutical Manufacturing.

Communications

• Communicate effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Apply appropriate communication techniques for teamwork.

Personal Computer Skills

• Perform PC tasks, e.g., C.W., bulk compounding, and compression (Tableting).

Education and Experience

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent required, plus 6-12 months of experience
• Language skills - able to read and interpret procedures.
• Math Skills - ability to apply general math skills .
• Has a basic understanding of mechanical skills and has used various hand tools.
• Has mastered two process family groups.
• Meets the physical requirements of the job.

PREFERRED CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical school certificate, or 1-2 yrs. college.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of P.C. using Windows based applications.

Physical Position Requirements

Special Facility Requirements:

This position is in a manufacturing area utilizing DEA schedule III / IV compounds with OEB exposure limits of 3 / 5. This position requires secondary gowning and use of Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) within the manufacturing facility. Must be able to withstand physical confinement for most of the workday.

• Apply good lifting techniques.
• Will be exposed to routine lifting of 20-40 lbs., and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals.
• Exposure to product dust/particulate
• Exposure to loud noise.
• Exposure to temperature variations.
• Exposure to heights of up to 25 ft. , e.g., tops of silos, and tops of blenders

About Zoetis

At Zoetis, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.