Label Operator

Streck•La Vista, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Label Operator prints labels for Streck and private-label products in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and departmental work instructions. The role retrieves label details from production orders, change reports, and deviations; selects the correct label stock; sets up printers; performs pre-print and post-print line clearances; rewinds and splices printed rolls as needed; and verifies barcodes. The operator also documents each step of the printing process, maintains a clean work area, and follows aseptic procedures, safety guidelines, and FDA and ISO requirements. Issues and concerns are reported to management, and other duties may be assigned. The position is performed in a climate-controlled biological/chemical laboratory, with occasional brief periods in cold walk-in coolers. Required clean-room clothing and protective equipment are worn for periods of up to two and a half hours at a time. No travel is expected. The work involves medium physical demands, including standing for up to two and a half hours at a time and moving objects with varying levels of exertion.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or demonstrated success in a related role.
Dependability, organization, and good interpersonal skills.
Clear oral and written communication.
Ability to work cooperatively in a team-oriented environment.
Basic knowledge and understanding of personal computers.
Ability to perform general arithmetic.
Ability to visually inspect labels for defects in printed information.
Ability to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and the Employee-Right-To-Know program.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating label printers such as Zebra or Sato.
Experience using barcode scanners such as Integra.

Responsibilities

Print Streck and private-label product labels according to SOPs and departmental work instructions.
Retrieve correct label information from production orders, change reports, and deviations.
Identify and secure the appropriate label stock for each print job.
Set up label printers and complete pre-print and post-print line clearances.
Rewind printed label rolls, splice them when needed, and verify barcodes.
Create paperwork documenting every step of label printing.
Keep the work area clean and follow aseptic procedures, including washing hands when entering and leaving the laboratory and throughout the day.
Follow departmental and company safety guidelines and regulations, including FDA and ISO requirements.
Follow work instructions to ensure processes are completed accurately.
Report problems, process issues, or personnel concerns to management.
Take on other duties as assigned.