Line Operator-3rd Shift in Orchard Park, NY

Basic Purpose
Responsible for continuous operation of automated and manual packaging equipment.
Perform quality inspections on the packaging lines, including components, work-in-progress and finished products according to cGMP’s and SOP requirements.
Maintains accurate documentation for line accountability and productivity.
All job requirements within Packaging Associate 1 are routinely demonstrated.

Position Responsibilities
Operate filling and packaging equipment. Inspect work-in-process to ensure quality standards are being met. Record quality control inspection data according to SOP’s. Record required packaging record documentation, including accountabilities of bulk product and components. Inspect product coding for correctness and legibility per cGMP and SOP requirements. Perform and record weight checks to maintain target fill weights. Monitor packaging equipment to minimize scrap and improve batch yields. Promote and follow Lean Manufacturing concepts.
Act as a team member on production lines by performing manual packaging functions such as hand packing products into shipping cases, loading finished goods onto pallets or conveyors, and assembling component parts into finished goods as per packaging instructions. Load and supply materials to machines. Maintain Quality standards while keeping up with machine speeds to achieve productivity targets. Inspect work-in-progress to ensure quality standards are met.
Perform line disassembly & cleaning and assist in line changeovers.
Maintain a neat, clean and safe work area, following Lean 5S procedures.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to safely and efficiently operate filling and packaging equipment.
Excellent observation skills to recognize quality defects.
Ability to handle weights up to 30 lbs.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to perform basic math calculations.
Ability to read, comprehend and follow SOP's and GMP's
Ability to work overtime - as needed.
Ability to meet physical requirements when performing job duties such as sitting, standing, walking, lifting, climbing, carrying, reaching, crouching, etc.


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