Packaging Technician

We are looking for Packaging Technician for our client in Athens, GA

Job Title: Packaging Technician

Job Location: Athens, GA

Job Type: Contract

Job Overview:

Requirement/Must Have:

• Due to nature of job, The candidate must have ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• 5+ years of related experience.
• Completed High School (Diploma or GED).

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for operating packaging equipment ensuring target line rates are met.
• Collaborates effectively with other functional groups to ensure production goals are achieved and completed in a timely manner.
• Operation of packaging equipment (e.g., labelers, pick and place, heat tunnel, vision systems, forklift, etc.).
• Inspect product accurately and efficiently to meet quality guidelines.
• Perform equipment change-over, set-up.
• Responsible for initial troubleshooting for packaging equipment issues (e.g. Labelers, Pick and place, heat tunnel, etc.).
• Ensure that proper cGMP documentation is followed for completeness and adherence to procedures in a timely manner.
• Read, understand, and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Preparation of QA Line clearances (e.g. Small volume line).
• Maintains a safe, clean and organized work environment.
• Maintains facilities and equipment as required by Standard Operating Procedures.
• Cross-training in other areas within the department as required to meet business needs.
• Other duties as assigned by the Shift Line Leader or Supervisor.

Nice to Have:

• Forklift certified.

Skills:

• Manufacturing.
• Equipment troubleshooting.
• Detail orientation.
• Effective communication.
• Quality consciousness.
• Basic math.
• Computer skills.

Qualification And Education:

• 2 to 3 years manufacturing experience.
• Detail oriented with effective communication skills and quality conscious.
• Equipment/Process troubleshooting skills.