Packaging Technician

Zoetis•Atlanta, GA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Zoetis is a global animal health company serving veterinarians, livestock producers, and people who raise and care for farm and companion animals in more than 100 countries. The company is building a manufacturing facility in the Metro Atlanta, Georgia, community to support its monoclonal antibody and vaccine portfolios. The Packaging Technician joins the Packaging/Manufacturing team and operates and maintains packaging equipment while supporting material flow and complying with cGMP and safety standards. The hands-on role includes equipment setup, disassembly and cleaning; accurate documentation; and adherence to standard operating procedures. The technician may also learn aseptic processing and support mAbs manufacturing operations during scale-up. In the startup environment, the technician adapts to changing needs, helps develop and optimize processes, identifies improvements, collaborates with cross-functional teams, manages inventory and resources, troubleshoots challenges, and supports production scale-up and procedure sustainability. Startup activities include FAT, SAT, CQV, media fills, engineering runs, and work leading to stability batches. The position is full-time and regular, with a first-shift schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; overtime and flexible hours may be needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two to five years of relevant experience in a packaging or manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated technical understanding of packaging equipment.
Basic mechanical skills and experience using various hand tools.
Knowledge of GMPs, SOPs, and regulatory requirements.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to participate in an overtime rotation and handle emergency situations.
Ability to apply good lifting techniques and meet the stated physical requirements.
Ability to work flexible hours and overtime.
Ability to perform basic personal computer tasks.

Nice To Haves

Additional technical training or certification.
Experience in the pharmaceutical or biological industry.
Experience with vision systems and robotic pick-and-place machines.
Familiarity with Microsoft applications and systems, including Excel, Word, SharePoint, Outlook, and SAP.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate timecards, batch records, logbooks, and other documentation in accordance with cGMP and GDP requirements.
Operate assigned packaging equipment, including PLC-controlled packaging lines, vision systems, and associated in-process devices.
Clean production equipment and facilities; set up and disassemble packaging equipment.
Operate material-handling devices, including electric and manual pallet jacks and hi-lifts.
Apply the metric system to process calculations; conduct visual inspections and use PAS-X electronic batch records.
Troubleshoot packaging equipment and perform advanced maintenance; monitor line operations to ensure packaging procedures are completed accurately.
Follow applicable SOPs and cGMPs, review and update SOPs and operational manuals, and apply proper housekeeping and gowning practices.
Conduct employee training.
Follow safety practices, including lockout/tagout procedures; read and interpret MSDSs and use required PPE.
Escalate questionable issues, follow written and oral directions, stop processes when anomalies occur, and learn to identify out-of-specification material.
Learn production and process flow, proper staging and storage locations, and terminology associated with biological manufacturing.
Communicate effectively with peers and supervisors and use appropriate teamwork communication techniques.
Perform personal computer tasks.
Support startup work, including FAT, SAT, CQV, media fills, engineering runs, and activities leading to stability batches.
Adapt to changing startup needs, help develop and optimize processes, identify improvement opportunities, collaborate across functions, manage inventory and resources, troubleshoot challenges, and support production scale-up.
Learn aseptic processing as needed and assist other departments, including mAbs manufacturing operations, during scale-up of staffing and processes.
Work flexible hours and overtime and handle emergency situations as needed.
Meet physical duties that include prolonged standing, routine lifting of 20–40 pounds and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds, and moving up and down stairs or ladders.