Operator II - Packaging Machine

Cencora • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is in support of American Health Packaging, a Cencora business offering pharma packaging services in the US. Cencora is united in its responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person is essential to delivering on that purpose. The company aims to improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

Requirements

• Completion of a high school diploma, general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Minimum two (2) years of manufacturing/operator experience.
• Experience in 5S principles and practices.
• Strong organizational skills; detail oriented.
• Ability to read, write and understand the English language for reading documents, product labels and instructions.
• Good written skills for accurately completing compliance documentation for production runs.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others and work in a team-based environment.
• Ability to use good judgment to carry out detailed instructions.
• Basic problem-solving capabilities for troubleshooting issues in the production environment.
• Ability to work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

• Verify and prepare repackaging material and equipment for production run.
• Responsible for packaging machine set up/ changeovers for production runs.
• Following work instructions for equipment set up/ changeovers and following all work standards and SOPs.
• Identify and resolve issues during set up and change overs.
• Responsible for operating packaging equipment, including troubleshooting and making adjustments in accordance with work standards.
• Responsible for following escalation protocol in a timely manner when troubleshooting efforts fail.
• Responsible for repackaging raw material into finished product that are within packaging specifications and meet all quality standards.
• Responsible for working alongside of maintenance when escalation to maintenance support is needed for a mechanical issue.
• Responsible for production room and equipment cleans/sanitation.
• Has a thorough understanding of batch record information and using basic mathematical skills, records and prepares accurate and complete information.
• Adheres to and operates under 5S principles/guidelines for the promotion of efficient and effective operations.
• Responsible for being actively engaged in all technical training, as well as compliance and other training required as a member of the operations team.
• Responsible for assisting in training new operators alongside the Operator III Packaging Machine.
• Adheres to all cGMPs, safety regulations and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintains good housekeeping throughout the shift in the work areas.
• Works as a team member with other members of the AHP operations team to meet and/or exceed quality and production goals.
• Responsible for being an active participant in continuous improvement activities to promote improved efficiency and effectiveness of the production line.
• Work in partnership with supporting areas, such as quality to resolve issues that prevent the operations from achieving its goals.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Compensation
• Medical care
• Dental care
• Vision care
• Comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness
• Support for working families
• Backup dependent care
• Adoption assistance
• Infertility coverage
• Family building support
• Behavioral health solutions
• Paid parental leave
• Paid caregiver leave
• Variety of training programs
• Professional development resources
• Opportunities to participate in mentorship programs
• Employee resource groups
• Volunteer activities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees