Label Printing Specialist Position Available In St. Louis, Missouri

The Label Printing Specialist is responsible for the accurate and compliant printing of labels for medical devices, ensuring all labeling meets regulatory requirements, internal quality standards, and production schedules. This position plays a critical role in maintaining traceability, patient safety, and product integrity through precise and controlled labeling processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following: Operate label printing systems (thermal transfer, digital, laser, or inkjet printers) in accordance with validated procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Print, inspect, and verify product labels per batch records and regulatory guidelines (FDA, EU

MDR, ISO 13485

, etc.). Ensure printed labels meet product specifications, including correct content, layout, barcode readability, and print quality. Maintain strict control of label inventory and reconciliation to prevent labeling mix-ups and ensure traceability. Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs to implement and maintain compliant labeling procedures. Record printing activities and complete necessary documentation for traceability and audits. Participate in internal and external audits related to labeling processes. Troubleshoot labeling equipment and perform basic maintenance to minimize downtime. Ensure a clean and controlled environment in accordance with cleanroom or labeling area protocols. Keep working areas per the 5’S methodology (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain) clean and organized. Comprehensive understanding of all applicable MSOP’s, QCSOP’s, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and line clearance requirements. Maintain proper documentation per GDP (Good Documentation Practices) by filling out work orders correctly and accurately recording accepted and rejected quantities. Follow and understand FIFO (First IN First OUT) methodology. Listen and communicate effectively with Technicians, Assistant Engineers, Project Managers and Supervisors about any production, quality, function or safety issues. Identify and scrap defects per Zeiss quality standards. Provide input on corrective actions. Complete assigned cleaning duties three to five times a week as instructed by the production supervisors. Perform any other reasonable duties as assigned.

Quality:

Ensure that all finished labels meet quality standards and specifications. Maintain a production environment that complies and follows all quality standards and government regulated standards. Performs the manufacturing process according to MSOP’s & MPI’s. Performs in-process inspection according to QCSOP’s & QIS.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or

EXPERIENCE

High School Graduate or GED 1 year of Experience printing barcode and UDI-compliant labels for medical devices or equivalent experience. Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement processes. Understanding of quality systems, document control, and deviation reporting. Ability to follow strict documentation practices and attention to detail. Basic mechanical aptitude for operating and troubleshooting printing equipment. Proficiency with computers and basic office software (Word, Excel, ERP systems like SAP or Oracle). Experience with label design and printing software preferred (e.g., BarTender).

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Clara Cresswell Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends). Step out of your comfort zone, excel and redefine the limits of what is possible. That’s just what our employees are doing every single day – in order to set the pace through our innovations and enable outstanding achievements. After all, behind every successful company are many great fascinating people. In a spacious modern setting full of opportunities for further development, ZEISS employees work in a place where expert knowledge and team spirit reign supreme. All of this is supported by a special ownership structure and the long-term goal of the

Carl Zeiss Foundation:

to bring science and society into the future together. Join us today. Inspire people tomorrow. Diversity is a part of ZEISS. We look forward to receiving your application regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, philosophy of life, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity. Apply now! It takes less than 10 minutes.