Packaging Operator I

Cipla • Central Islip, NY

15h • $18 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Package pharmaceutical products per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies & procedures in compliance with specifications and regulations established for packaging process. Operate automatic filling, labeling, and sealing equipment. Perform cleaning of the packaging room and equipment. cGMP/Documentation: Perform all functions according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). Accurately and legibly document in applicable Log Books Determine when to stop a line related to safety or quality. Operate automatic packaging equipment. Document packaging activities. Feed filling equipment. Palletize finished products. Perform line cleaning. Segregate waste products and materials. Return unused material/product. Participate in safety related programs and or safety teams as needed. Reconcile product bulk, material, packaging, and printed materials. Enforce and follow safety regulations and ensure the working area is clean. Adhere to Cipla’s Safety, Health, and Environmental policies. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both written and verbally in English
• Stand or walk for extended periods of time
• See, talk, hear or smell
• Sit, bend, push, pull, squat, kneel, climb or balance
• Reach with hands and arms
• Use fingers to handle or feel
• Lift up to 10 lbs 60% of the time
• Lift 10 – 24 lbs 30% of the time
• Lift 25 – 49 lbs 10% of the time
• Often requires bending and twisting.
• Standing for prolonged periods of time (up to 8hours).
• Must be able to work in a noisy work environment (appropriate PPE will be issued).

Nice To Haves

• Preferred minimum 2 years packaging operator experience in an automated work environment preferred.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Packaging Area Standard Operating Procedures and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations

Responsibilities

• Package pharmaceutical products per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies & procedures in compliance with specifications and regulations established for packaging process.
• Operate automatic filling, labeling, and sealing equipment.
• Perform cleaning of the packaging room and equipment.
• Perform all functions according to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
• Accurately and legibly document in applicable Log Books
• Determine when to stop a line related to safety or quality.
• Operate automatic packaging equipment.
• Document packaging activities.
• Feed filling equipment.
• Palletize finished products.
• Perform line cleaning.
• Segregate waste products and materials.
• Return unused material/product.
• Participate in safety related programs and or safety teams as needed.
• Reconcile product bulk, material, packaging, and printed materials.
• Enforce and follow safety regulations and ensure the working area is clean.
• Adhere to Cipla’s Safety, Health, and Environmental policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• In addition to a fulfilling career and competitive salary, the Company offers a comprehensive benefits package to include a 401(k) savings plan and matching, health insurance – medical/dental/vision, health savings account (HSA), flexible spending account (FSA), paid time off (PTO) – vacation/sick/flex time, paid holidays, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), parental leave, paid and unpaid family leave, employee discounts, and other benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees