Filling & Packaging Operator I - 2nd Shift

Position Summary:

What You'll Do:

• Daily set up and operation of the complete filling and packaging lines consisting of the sponges, pouches, vials, caps, labels, inkjet code dater and check weights in accordance with product requirements.
• Notify supervisor or other authorized personnel of the need for packaging supplies or other materials for the packaging line.
• Correct hose hookups and operating of control panels which control the flow of materials to packaging line.
• Meeting production schedules as outlined by supervision and for keeping written and electronic records as required.
• Under the direction and monitoring of department supervisor, must be capable of training a replacement if required.
• Setup and minor maintenance of all filling line equipment and will assist maintenance as necessary.
• Perform proper palletization of finished or unfinished products and storing them in an appropriate location.
• Must exercise extreme caution in order to not damage other material or property while operating moving equipment and must at all times exercise extreme caution for the safety of other employees.
• Proper filling, sealing, weighing, capping, casing labeling, and inkjet (coding of all products).
• Setup and adjustment of equipment when changing over various size containers on the filling lines.
• Adjustment of weights for various size containers on the filling lines.
• Turning in a written/electronic record of daily production along with other appropriate documentation as required by management.
• Keeping equipment and surrounding work area neat, tidy and disinfected at all times.
• Marking production waste containers.
• Perform other duties as directed by Leads or Supervisors.

Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

Required:

• High School Graduate or GED Equivalent.
• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, safety warning labels, and machine instruction manuals.
• Basic math, writing and data entry skills.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of or experience working with liquid filling machinery, pumps, valves, piping and/or cGMP’s.
• Previous experience working in the chemical manufacturing or similar regulated industry.
• Drive to grow within an organization. 
• Exemplary attendance. 

Other:

• May be expected to move, carry, and lift approximately 60 pounds.
• May be expected to climb heights of approximately 10 feet.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Good hand/eye coordination. Good peripheral vision, manual dexterity, able to read scales, dials and gages, able to wear personal protective equipment as required.
• Equipment listed (Specific Job Requirements) may be used as needed to assist in these Required Competencies:
  • Automatic liquid filling machine, pumps, filters, scales, sealer, capper, valves, cap torquer, hoses
  • Inkjet coding equipment and monitoring components to the line
  • Monitoring all liquid filling line equipment
  • Make hook ups from different lines
  • Routine mechanical adjustments to filling line equipment and during line change over; primemover.

What STERIS Offers:

We value our employees and are committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that supports your health, well-being, and financial future.

Here is just a brief overview of what we offer:

• Market Competitive Pay
• Extensive Paid Time Off and (9) added holidays
• Excellent Healthcare, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Long/Short Term disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Maternity & Paternal Leave
• Additional add-on benefits/discounts for programs such as Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement and continued educations programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement and stable long-term career