Associate Technician, Operations
About The Position
The Associate Packaging Technician position is at the Animal Health facility in De Soto, Kansas. The facility manufactures vaccines and biologics for large and companion animals, using biologics production technologies that include fermentation and cell culture, as well as filling and packaging. Working within packaging operations, the technician contributes independently and as part of a team to daily production activities and schedule adherence. The work includes applying labels to sealed bottles, packaging bottles, palletizing, completing process documentation, cycle counting, and reconciling inventory. The role calls for careful, consistent, error-free execution, documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices, and identifying process-improvement opportunities using basic problem-solving skills.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Principled verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to follow manufacturing and packaging directions, standard operating procedures, and company, corporate, and regulatory policies.
- Basic time-management skills to meet deadlines.
- Ability to work effectively with team members and show initiative in supporting others.
- Proficiency with basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to work overtime as needed due to business demands.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in a manufacturing or packaging environment.
- Good understanding of aseptic processes used in manufacturing or packaging.
- Experience using quality-improvement tools, continuous-improvement processes, and site quality metrics.
Responsibilities
- Carry out daily packaging production activities and help meet production schedules.
- Apply labels to sealed bottles, package bottles, and palletize products.
- Complete process documentation using Good Documentation Practices.
- Perform cycle counting and inventory reconciliation.
- Follow manufacturing and packaging directions, standard operating procedures, and company, corporate, and regulatory policies.
- Work effectively with team members and take initiative to support the team.
- Use basic problem-solving skills to identify process improvement opportunities.
- Work overtime as needed due to business demands.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits and other insurance benefits for employees and their families.
- Retirement benefits, including 401(k).
- Paid holidays, vacation, compassionate days, and sick days.
- Eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
