Packaging Setup Technician $18.00-$20.00 / hour based on xP

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 for a 1ST Shift Packaging Setup Technician for a manufacturing company.  

2nd shift: Monday - Thursday from 2:45 pm - 1:15 am. Possible weekends / OT may be required.

Primary responsibilities include setting up production machines to run various lines of production. Ensure the line is running at its target rate during a shift. Troubleshooting of packaging equipment. Report any equipment issues to management. Will need good computer skills. Knowledge in principles of mechanics and electronics.  Pay will be $18.00 / $20.00 per hour based on experience and interview.  

• Responsible for ensuring work practices in the Chemical Hygiene Plan are followed.  
• Responsible for the performance of operations in compliance with Standard Operating Procedures and FDA  Good Manufacturing Practices.  
• Responsible for proper storage and adequate supply of change parts.  
• Performs changeover and adjustments to packaging equipment as necessary to achieve scheduling,  safety, and quality goals.  
• Set up packaging equipment and ancillary components as necessary to achieve scheduling, safety, and quality goals.  
• As a member of the Production Team, contributes to decisions in the planning and implementation of production schedules.  
• Responsible for compilation and updating of packaging equipment and line layout specifications.   Responsible for sanitation of packaging equipment and documentation of such.  
• Responsible for good housekeeping within the immediate area of assigned work.  
• Responsible for maintenance of packaging machines & documentation of such.  

• High School Diploma / GED 
• 3-6 months experience working with mechanical packaging equipment- fillers, labelers, encoders, cappers, tapers, and conveyor belts preferred
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to maintain a professional attitude
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Knowledge of principles of mechanics and electronics
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-speed environment, follow standardized work and adhere to safe work practices in a continuous improvement environment
• Demonstrated ability to act independently upon information and make decisions that achieve optimal results.
• Strong interpersonal and written/oral communication skills.