Sr Pkg Assoc

FAREVA RICHMOND INC•Richmond, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Fareva is currently seeking experienced Packaging Associates to work 1st and 2nd shift. Additionally, successful candidates will be required to work mandatory over-time. Fareva is a leading contract manufacturer of pharmaceutical and personal care products. We are located at intersection of Darbytown Road and Laburnum Avenue in Eastern Henrico County. Fareva Richmond Inc. employs 600+ full time employees. Comfortable climate controlled facility covering over 745,000 square feet.

Requirements

Must successfully pass background/drug screening
Flexibility to work on 1st for specific time periods when needed, and ability to work mandatory overtime.
Requires 1+ years of Packaging experience
To qualify must pass Work Keys assessments
Must successfully complete required skills tests including Fareva’s basic computer navigation and Work Keys skills assessments.
The ability to perform all packaging related activities on the packaging line, or lines to which incumbent has been assigned.
Must demonstrate an ability to work at the line speeds as specified in company production standard
Must be able to read, demonstrate math ability and understanding, comprehend and follow written and oral instructions, have ability to visually verify steps in packaging process; and possess good eye/hand coordination
Exceptionally close attention to detail is required to prevent error and loss of components and product, to prevent accidents, and to comply with all cGMPs and procedures
Considerable attention to the running of the work centers is required to prevent loss/damage to equipment.
Positions require extended standing, lifting (up to 35 lbs.), bending, twisting, hand dexterity, depth perception, color vision, and travel up and down the assigned work area.

Responsibilities

Product/packaging component inspection
Label application/insertion
Container/carton counting and filling
Supplying materials for processing
Machine operation and packing of final product
Keeps working area in a clean and orderly condition according to PPG's and 5S principles
Verify label samples
Completes all documentation clearly and legibly
Observes line operations to detect malfunctions and reports problems to Packaging Production Technician or the Supervisor.
Performs other routine tasks including those that the employee is trained on outside their current job responsibilities
Adheres strictly to all cGMP's, PPG's, and safety procedures to ensure the quality and integrity of products and safety of employees
Reports all accidents, incidents and near misses to supervision immediately
Works within the team environment to rotate job assignments to facilitate cross training and keep skills current.
Actively participates in team activities including continuous improvement efforts, cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
Maintains training on all equipment used including; set-up, operation, troubleshooting & shutdown, as well as training on PPG's, batch record & documentation requirements.
Assists in the training of new employees