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Job Description
Job Title: Packaging/Labeling Technician
Reports To: Production Manager
Group/Division: SDG/MBD
Career Band: Associate
Job Track: I
Position Location: Lenexa, KS
Day/Shift (if applicable): Day
FLSA Status (Exempt/Non-Exempt): Non-Exempt
Position Summary:
Responsible for labeling, packaging and assembly of all product lines, as well as proficiency testing products. Responsible for adherence to Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations/ Quality System Regulation (QSR) guidelines, International Organization for Standardization (ISO) requirements and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Complete production assignments in a timely manner and in accordance with departmental schedules.
• Safely operate various machines, such as the box taper, videojet, sealers, computer, label printer, and label applicator.
• Work cooperatively and efficiently with coworkers in all departments with little supervision to achieve team, department and company goals. Demonstrate job functions to coworkers as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area. This includes all assigned equipment.
• Read, understand and complete required documentation. All paperwork shall be accurately and neatly completed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Document accurately and check personal work for quality and compliance.
• Investigate and remedy, when possible, production failures.
• Continuously monitor product for defects.
• Help to maintain quality assurance on your position at all times.
• Sign off on DHR’s in proper places and fill in pertinent information in accordance to SOP’s.
• Arrive to work on time and work during scheduled hours, working additional overtime as needed.
• Follow all written procedures to ensure products are manufactured in accordance with current GMP. Report discrepancies in procedures (SOP’s, DHR’s, etc.) to the Area Supervisor.
• Maintain good personal hygiene. Wear designated uniform maintained in good condition.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment as required. Refer to job specific job Safety Analysis.
• Perform all work activities in a safe manner. Maintain a safe and clutter free work area. Clean up all spills immediately.
• Maintain a disciplined environment and enforce departmental and company policies.
• Report property damage and /or safety hazards to the Supervisor, Human Resources, Safety Specialist or Senior Management immediately.
• Comply with all company personnel policies.

• Must be able to communicate, both written and verbally, using the English language.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow both written and/or verbal English communications.
• Must be able to perform mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to lift, move and stack heavy materials that may weigh up to 40 pounds. Must be able to stand for long periods of time and possess finger and manual dexterity.
• Ability to see and distinguish colors.
• Must have a high school degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
• Must be able to communicate, comprehend and follow instructions, both written and verbally, using the English language.
• Ability to see and distinguish colors.