Packing Technician/Machine Setter

Job Description

Packing Technician/Machine Setter

• Permanent Full-time position with competitive renumeration and benefits
• Location: NZL - Wellington - Upper Hutt (Whakatiki)
• Join a growing, supportive and collaborative team
• Join a trusted Global leading Animal Health organisation

The primary responsibility of the Packing Technician is to ensure product is packed to required standards to meet customer demand and that documentation is accurately maintained to cGMP standards. The operator may be required to work in other areas of the facility as schedule demands. 

 The role requires responsibly for all aspects of operation associated with vaccine packing in compliance with established operating procedures to vaccine is produced to required standards to meet customer demand in global markets.   

The role requires a reasonable level of physical fitness. The technician primarily works on a semi-automated line, performing manual tasks.  You will be working closely with other team members, so ability to get on well with others is essential. 

Machine change overs, set up, and trouble shooting are an important part of the role.  No formal qualification is required, and full training will be provided, but the technician must be comfortable with mechanical activities using basic tools like spanners, wrenches and gauges.

Being a highly regulated industry means that attention to detail and accurate completion of documentation is essential.

Our Manufacturing Operations teams are the people that make our products. We work in the manufacturing plants with a “Safety First, Quality Always” mindset striving for continuous improvement. We work in the local plant connected to our global manufacturing network to ensure the highest quality of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.

What You Will Do

Responsibilities include, however not limited to:

• Packing of vaccine, to required standards, according to set production schedules by:
  • Operating equipment and performing tasks in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures
  • Documenting all tasks in batch records, worksheets or logbooks in accordance with Good Documentation Practice
  • Maintaining good housekeeping 
  • Performing machine set ups and change overs and performing trouble shooting
  • Communicating clearly and in a timely way with other members of the Manufacturing Team and other departments to ensure the smooth flow of product, samples and documentation             

• Minimise deviations in the manufacture of product by:
  • Ensuring all tasks are completed in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures,
  • Assisting with investigating and writing deviation investigations as required

• Review and update Standard Operating Procedures, batch records, worksheets etc to ensure GMP standards continue to be met in required timeframes

• Ensure the highest possible safety standards are met by: Participating in corporate and site safety programmes, taking responsibility for own and others safety, supporting the investigation and resolution of incidents and accidents in a timely manner, ensuring hazards are identified within the department, participating in safety meetings, complying with the company’s health and safety requirements

What You Must have

• Demonstrated knowledge and practical working experience in manufacturing/production environment or similar
• Mechanical aptitude
• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) preferred
• Good (written & oral) communication skills in English
• Mathematical ability and confidence carrying out calculations
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently as well as ability to develop good working relationships with team
• Excellent computer skills using Word, Spreadsheet and SAP

What You Can Expect

• Work autonomously whilst being supported, encouraged and being part of a trusted Global Leading Animal Health organisation
• Exposure to upskill and develop in your role
• Flexibility and opening doors to other opportunities and skillsets
• Joining a collaborative team of likeminded individuals

Our Manufacturing & Supply Division is committed to be the most trusted supplier of bio-pharmaceuticals worldwide. Our facilities, along with our external contractors, suppliers, and partners, create an interdependent global manufacturing network that’s committed to delivering a high quality, reliable supply to customers and patients on time, every time

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Job Posting End Date:08/22/2024

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Requisition ID:R303898