Packaging Group Leader Jobs

• Perform packaging line operation, including operating/monitoring equipment, inspection, hand cartoning or packing, labeling, palletizing, cleanup, hopper filling, and other duties as required.
• Willing to train and develop new associates working on the packaging lines.
• Operate, recognize, and remedy quality problems, and perform changeovers and cleanups as required.
• Assist in Line Clearances between batches, follow cleanup sheet directions, follow verbal orders or requests from group leader/supervisor, and perform other duties as required
• Responsible for daily operations on the packaging line where they are assigned and responsible for successful execution of Line Packaging Records and associated documentation.

• Participate in PPI (Practical Process Improvements), Lean and Continuous Improvement activities including 5S activities.
• Complete improvement activities on quality and work process efficiency.
• Follow quality standards in accordance with company policy.
• Work with Supervisor, Unit Coordinator, & Mechanics to ensure that quality, waste and efficiency are meeting requirements.
• Adjust functional parts of equipment and control instrumentation. Install or replace worn or faulty components for equipment performance restoration or improvement. Test equipment performance and record all data.

How will The Packaging Group Lead get here?

• Troubleshooting, assembly and testing skills required.
• High school diploma required.
• Previous experience as a group leader or lead operator in packaging or manufacturing is helpful. Proven leadership experience or training is required.
• Applicants with the experience/exposure of working in a cleanroom environment are highly sought after.

• Experienced working in a related manufacturing line.
• Knowledge of packaging equipment set up and adjustments, packaging formats and packaging documentation is preferred.
• Ability to complete GMP documentation neatly, correctly and legibly. Basic math skills are required.
• Pharmaceutical Packaging or Pharmaceutical Manufacturing experience is desired.
• Working knowledge of applicable SOPs, GMPs, LPRs and quality test methods is preferred.

• Social skills and the ability to work with and empower a diverse group of associates are also required.
• Ability to lift 35 lbs. for short periods.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Able to communicate well with others, have a collaboration focus, possess leadership skills and be willing to work overtime hours as required.
• Basic knowledge and experience using manufacturing equipment & mechanical proficiency

• Ability to read work instructions, and procedure manuals/diagrams
• Experience in pharmaceutical production and packaging preferred.
• Ability to work well with minimal direction.

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