YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities of this role, Package Operator, are to: 

• Visually inspect product vials for defects;
• Inspect media filled vials for evidence of contamination (turbidity);
• Inspect packaging components for quality;
• Assemble product and components for packaging operation according to production schedule, BOM (bill of materials) or instruction from the assistant supervisor or supervisor;
• Safely operate equipment for conducting packaging operations;
• Set up packaging line and equipment;
• Distribute components, supplies and product to packaging stations as needed, to maintain packaging operations;
• Unload products from storage containers and examine for defect in container’s closure systems or product contents;
• Check for correct lot information on product containers and components;
• Organize and remove product in and out of 2-8C cold room;
• Secure and store all in-process products and components in their proper areas;
• Move skids, transit trays, hand trucks and other containers of product, components, bottles, equipment or other items as required, for efficient operation of the department;
• Seal, stack, and secure cases of packaged product on skids for transport to shipping department at the conclusion of packaging operations;
• Determine accurate counts of containers filled, for product and accountability;
• Perform line clearances;
• Perform all functions in a safe and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) compliant manner;
• Perform inventory counts;
• Record information in log books and Batch Production Records;
• Perform housekeeping/ janitorial duties as required, to maintain a satisfactory work environment;
• Perform other departmental duties as required.

WHO YOU ARE

Your success will be driven by your demonstration of our LIFE values.  More specifically related to this position, Bayer seeks an incumbent who possesses the following:

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Basic computer skills;
• Meet acceptable attendance and performance parameters;
• Ability to comprehend and follow written instructions;
• Ability to perform basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, and divide);
• Ability to maintain output at established line speeds;
• Ability to work without wearing heavy makeup, hand lotion;
• Ability to pass annual vision testing;
• Ability to pass annual inspection qualification trials;
• Ability to work overtime on weekends and holidays as required and with appropriate notice;
• Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment;
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend English in order to understand instructions contained in Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), BPR’s, etc.;
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.;
• Ability to push/ pull up to 300 lbs.;
• Ability to work sitting or standing for an entire shift;
• Ability to wear gloves (latex, nitrile, or cotton) at all times while handling product;
• Ability to withstand repetitive hand/ wrist motions, bending, twisting;
• Ability to work in an atmosphere that can/ will have some dust, corrugated materials, and chemicals;
• Ability to maintain cGMP and site safety standards at all times.

Preferred Qualifications:

• cGMP experience;
• Visual inspection experience;
• Experience operating automated equipment.