Our client, a healthcare leader has a vacancy for a Manufacturing operator for their nutrition manufacturing facilities. The Manufacturing Operator, Packaging is responsible for operating, cleaning, and maintaining all production related equipment in the secondary packaging area.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Start up and shutdown all equipment according to established procedures or specifications
• Perform minor to major clearing of jams and downtime issues on the line
• Reports any abnormal equipment function or product problems to the Supervisor
• Safely operate of all equipment and promptly reports all incidents, injuries or safety hazards
• Maintain a clean and safe work area by utilizing all 5S cleaning and tools necessary to keep the area clean and clear of debris, yet neat and organized
• Maintain accurate and legible records such as Production Counts, Material Usage/Losses and properly document information on Batch Work orders as per the company procedures
• Adhere to the product isolation procedures, along with sampling and proper identification of product status
• Maintain adequate supply of materials to the equipment in operation, and also monitor supply usage and correct releases
• Troubleshoots and make the necessary adjustments as required to maintain quality performance
• Ensure both products and materials are of proper identification, correct codes and expiration dates
• Complete inspection of products and materials to ensure acceptable visual and physical appearance
• This position is accountable for all rules and regulations applicable to the manufacture of both pediatric and nutritional products.
• This position is accountable for complying with applicable FDA, GMP, OSHA and Abbott regulations, policies, procedures or guidelines.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED
• A high level of attention to detail
• Ability to communicate pertinent line information to both production and support group personnel
• Ability to read and follow work order documents
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns
• Should possess a good mechanical aptitude and solid problem-solving skills
• Perform job tasks at different work times, on different work schedules and also in other departments dependent upon business needs. The operator will be required to work overtime as needed, and to provide line coverage during vacations, roving holidays and sick time to support their natural work team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in a plant production environment (preferably within drug, food or beverage manufacturing).

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.