Packaging Line Leader (1st Shift) Position Available In Bristol, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Packaging Line Lead Purpose The purpose of this role is toassist in packaging metered dose inhalation (MDI) products in apharmaceutical manufacturing company. Scope The scope (content andstatements) of this job description is designed to describe thegeneral nature and level of work as well as provide a basicunderstanding of the role, responsibilities, and expectations ofthe person assigned to perform the job. This job description is notdesigned to provide an exact or exhaustive list of all job duties,tasks, skills, and qualifications. The intent is to give a generalscope of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed tosatisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position andprovide basic performance expectations. The scope of the job may bemodified with respect to the department, group, and on anindividual assigned basis to a sometimes-specific testing group.

Consideration of education, relevant training, and experience or acombination of all three may also result in further modification ofthe role. Multifunctional Role This job is a multifunctional role.

The primary nature of this job is to serve as a Packaging Lead. Asa secondary requirement, this position will be expected to providesupport to other operational functions to include but not limitedto Warehouse Operations, Manufacturing Operations, and FacilitiesOperations. Job Description The Packaging lead performs allfunctions relating to the production of MDI (Metered doseinhalation) products; consistent with established Current GoodManufacturing Practices (cGMP), good documents procedure (GDP),customer requirements and in conjunction with all StandardOperating Procedures (SOP). Incumbents in this position areresponsible for the safe and efficient execution of their jobduties, while ensuring product compliance to established standards.

What is a Packaging Lead A packaging team leader is an expert inpackaging activities such as processing and packaging of materialsfor production. Every packaging project requires the supervision ofa skilled and experienced person to guide the team in ensuringproduction efficiency and quality; and that is where the packagingteam leader comes in. The Lead exhibits great leadership skills byshowcasing knowledge and skills to the team members, giving themdirection to go about their tasks and duties on the job. The Leadmotivates members of the team to harness their potentials and workharder for the execution of projects. The Lead assigns tasks toteam members and giving them specific directions and procedures tofollow in carrying out assigned tasks. The Lead monitors teammembers in the course of their work and ensure that they complywith the standards of operations obtainable in the establishment.

The Lead is responsible for providing leadership with coordinationof their direct supervisor for the team involved in packagingenvironment. This means that they are directly engaged in activefeedback and providing directions on improving execution of workprojects. The leader sometimes takes the wheel and shows his/herteam members practical ways to execute difficult tasks. The Leadgives the team members a clear direction of how to tackle suchtasks on their own in the future. The Lead recognizes thecontributions of every team member and encourages them to worktogether in harmony, sharing ideas and maintaining good workrelationships in the execution of production tasks. The Lead placesthe safety of the team members in high esteem and educates them onsafety tips and procedures to adhere to during packaging process.

The Lead carry out incident, accident and non-conformityinvestigations and associated reporting and action closureConsistently promote high standards through personal example androll out through the team so that each member of the teamunderstands the standards and behaviors expected of them The Leadteaches employees on best practices in handling emergencies thatmay arise in the course of work and ensures that the packaging siteis free of any form of danger and is safe for team members to dotheir job. As part of safety measures, the leader also ensures thatall workers have protective gear and clothing before going to siteto work to safeguard themselves against production hazards.

Responsibilities Dispensing raw material and primary packingmaterial as per work order and checking of raw material and primarypacking materials. Ensure the proper planning and execution ofbatches. Performing and checking of cleaning and sanitation ofproduction area and machinery as per respective SOP. Dailymonitoring of production. Performing and checking packaging processand documentation in batch record and log books. Ensuring ofmachine operations with minimum rejections and maximum outputswhile maintaining quality standards within the standard norms.

Checking equipment and perform necessary maintenance on machinery.

Safeguard equipment for smooth functioning with co-ordination ofengineering for preventive maintenance and calibration. Maintaininginventory of machine parts, tools and accessories. Workingindividually and in collaboration with others as part of a team.

Coordinating with other departments like packaging, engineering, QAand QC for better planning and execution. Check and ensure statuslabelling at all stages of packaging. Identifying and assisting inany corrective actions. Perform, check and ensurecalibration/verification of instruments, equipment and weighingbalances as per schedule. Perform line clearance activities.

Wearing appropriate PPE as stated in the SOP before entering anyprocessing areas. Executing procedures to complete tasks in a safeand efficient manner. Performing duties through the proper safe useof equipment, according to Health & Safety procedures and EquipmentManuals. Performing other related duties assigned. Be able tooperate a computer with ease. Knowledge of pharmaceutical packagingand related documents. Monitor workers on site during productionactivities to ensure adherence to ethics and safety proceduresKnowledge of SAP system, master control and Track wise system.

Basic understanding of deviation, CAPA, change control, FMECA,OOS,OOT and OOAC. Maintaining and followed 100% cGMP, GDP and SOPCompliance during complete operation hours. Complying with allcompany policies and procedures. Reporting all issues that arisesto the department head or reporting manager. Performing dailymaintenance on equipment and machinery. Completing alldocumentation in a timely manner, ensuring their integrity,accuracy and completeness. Maintaining discipline in department.

May be required to assist in the training of other employees in thedepartment. Flexible to work extended hours, to achieve packagingschedule when needed. Training and Safety All employees mustundergo various training activities at the start of theiremployment. New training and re-training will occur periodically.

Operators may be required to cross-train in all areas of thepackaging operations. Employees must strictly adhere to all safety,health, and environmental guidelines always and ensure that allsafety precautions are being taken during handling of machines.

Requirements High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Accredited college certificate or university degree is preferred.

Minimum one (1) year of manufacturing experience in thepharmaceutical industry. MDI or aerosol products experience ishighly preferred. Proficient in the English language(Speaking/Reading/Writing) to understand work instructions anddocument results. Knowledge of fundamental cGMP and regulatoryrequirements in a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment highlypreferred. Basic understanding of mechanical machinery and theoperating principles of control systems. Ability to follow bothverbal and written instructions. Demonstrated ability to work inboth independent and team environments. Good knowledge of Health &Safety procedures, including OSHA. Strong mathematical andorganizational skills. This position requires the ability to doheavy lifting / bending frequently. Ability to wear appropriate PPEis required. Individual may be required to wear respiratory devicesthat include but are not limited to: Air Purifying Respirators(APR) which include half-face and full-face negative pressurerespirators, hooded powered air purifying respirators, or SuppliedAir Respirators (SAR), which include hooded or full face suppliedair respirators. Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefitspackage for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum EssentialCoverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, andEAP (Employee Assistance Program) services. Nesco Resource providesequal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants foremployment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any typewithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexualorientation, gender identity or expression, or any othercharacteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.