Packaging Operator

Smith+Nephew•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

SUMMARY The primary function of a packager "I" is to prepare, clean, package, box, and inspect products in a controlled environment or other properly designated area such as a non-sterile packaging bench. Must be able to comply with all governing rules including S.N.E. policies and procedures and adhere to safety and cleanliness practices in the work place. This position requires an individual to participate within a team environment and take direction from a team leader. Internal - Requires the ability to interact with team members. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Package medical products using but not limited to the following methods: Verify components for count, quantity, and revision. Generate and affix labels to properly identify materials. Read and understand blue prints. Box and package product for shipment to sterilizer. Clean components in preparation for packaging. Seal products using various heat sealing machines and materials such as: Tyvek pouches. Foil pouch material. Non-sterile plastic pouch material. Blister tray/pouch configurations Perform other related duties as follows: Assist in the training of lesser skilled employees. Work with molding group to help trim molded components Other related duties as assigned Complete and understand documentation needed to comply with S.N.E. policies, Quality Manual and procedures including but not limited to: FDA, QSR and various domestic and international standards and regulations. Company policies and procedures. Labor transactions and bar code scanning. Work in a team environment using the following skills: Communication both by verbal and written means Listening and reaching consensus with others. Participating in continuous Process improvement activities. REQUIREMENTS Travel Education High School education or equivalent required. Licenses/Certifications Experience Some clean room or medical packaging experience desired Competencies Requires ability to assemble and handle small components. Must be able to read/write English and have Basic math skills. Other BENEFITS: Medical and Dental benefits, Long-term and Short-term disability, 401K and generous Paid Time Off. Care, Courage, and Collaboration! These are the pillars that we stand on. Are these values shared by you? Then we need you on our team! We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Smith+Nephew provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Stay connected by joining our Talent Community. We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited., life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer. Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. We support healthcare professionals to return their patients to health and mobility, helping them to perform at their fullest potential. From our first employee and founder, T.J. Smith, to our team today, it’s our people who make Smith+Nephew a unique place. Yes, we love to innovate and develop exciting technologies, and we offer competitive salaries and progressive benefits. But it’s our culture - of Care, Collaboration and Courage - that really sets us apart. Through a spirit of ownership and can-do attitude we work together to win. We’re a company of people who care about each other, about our customers and their patients, and about our communities. Together, we fulfill our shared purpose of Life Unlimited.

Requirements

High School education or equivalent required
Requires ability to assemble and handle small components
Must be able to read/write English and have Basic math skills

Nice To Haves

Some clean room or medical packaging experience desired

Responsibilities

Package medical products using but not limited to the following methods: Verify components for count, quantity, and revision
Generate and affix labels to properly identify materials
Read and understand blue prints
Box and package product for shipment to sterilizer
Clean components in preparation for packaging
Seal products using various heat sealing machines and materials such as: Tyvek pouches, Foil pouch material, Non-sterile plastic pouch material, Blister tray/pouch configurations
Assist in the training of lesser skilled employees
Work with molding group to help trim molded components
Other related duties as assigned
Complete and understand documentation needed to comply with S.N.E. policies, Quality Manual and procedures including but not limited to: FDA, QSR and various domestic and international standards and regulations, Company policies and procedures, Labor transactions and bar code scanning
Work in a team environment using the following skills: Communication both by verbal and written means Listening and reaching consensus with others, Participating in continuous Process improvement activities