Packaging Operations Operator

Roles & Responsibilities

• Follow general instructions for routine tasks and detailed instructions for new tasks.
• Use laboratory equipment, including pipettes, peristaltic pumps, and analytical balances, for liquid antibody filling into vials.
• Gather materials, set up production orders, and present for line clearance verification.
• Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production objectives while meeting departmental quality standards.
• Manage and organize packaging supplies and material, including retrieving and staging supplies.
• Support preparation of technical manuals, data sheets, and printed literature as needed.
• Document packaging data in SAP or other production databases.
• Participate in daily shift meetings and safety programs; follow EH&S policies.
• Notify supervisors of any observed hazardous conditions or unsafe practices and offer recommendations for safety improvement.
• Complete manual inspection, labeling, and packaging of finished products, including adherence to Quality specifications and defect removal.
• Engage in inventory counting and documentation of manufacturing activities, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Perform routine cleaning of packaging stations and processing equipment.

Experience Required

• Minimum of 6 months of industry work experience, particularly in a manufacturing or laboratory setting.
• Experience with laboratory instruments, including pipettes, peristaltic pumps, and analytical balances.
• Familiarity with packaging in a controlled lab or production environment.

Skills & Certifications

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient in basic math skills, including volume calculations and metric system understanding.
• Team-oriented, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in using general business software and databases (e.g., SAP).

Eligibilities & qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Science or manufacturing background, familiarity with quality control in packaging, and strong documentation practices.
• Compliance with safety protocols, including PPE, and ability to handle hazardous waste.
• Flexibility to work static or rotating shifts, with potential for overtime.
• Physical capability to stand for extended periods, handle materials up to 20-30 pounds, and adhere to dress code requirements for lab safety.