Packaging Technician I

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Whitby, ON

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ensure the efficient completion of packaging floor activities in order to meet scheduled production deadlines. Ensures product quality meets the standards of Patheon, our clients, and applicable regulatory agencies including, but not limited to the Health Products and Food Branch Inspectorate (HPFBI), United States Food & Drug Administration (FDA), and European Medicines Agency (EMEA).

Requirements

High school diploma/General Educational Development (GED) Certificate is required
Minimum 1 year of previous packaging line experience, in a pharmaceutical, food or cosmetic environment
Good manual dexterity.
Ability to work at line speed and with minimal supervision.
Basic math skills required.
Knowledge of serialization functions/processes.
Sound knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices.
Sound understanding of Standard Operating Procedures.
Sound understanding of safety regulations.
Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
Proficiency with the English Language.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant work experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform work at various positions on the packaging line including capping, cartoning, packing shippers, and palletizing in accordance with established standards and Good Manufacturing Practices requirements to meet production targets.
Inspect packaged products for presence and correctness of lot number, expiry date and general packaging appearance and completeness.
Ensure line cleanliness practices, procedures, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and packaging instructions are followed.
Perform equipment set up and tear down duties.
Maintain a safe working environment and report potential hazards.
Perform alternating or rotating shift work.