Packaging Operator

Kelly Services is looking to hire several Site Logistics Operators/Material Handlers in Knoxville, TN for an industry leading chemical company. For this opportunity, you could be placed as a Chemical Finished Product Operator or a Polymers Packaging/Warehousing/Shipping Operator on a long-term, indefinite assignment. You will be working with chemicals and should be comfortable doing such - either with previous experience or the willingness to learn.

The Packaging Operator position is a direct labor position reporting to a Process Execution Team Process Facilitator on the Manufacturing floor, which supports operations. You'll operate equipment, performs in- process monitoring, line clearances, OEE data collection, cosmetic inspection and completes batch record entries in accordance with cGMPs.

Perform cleaning and housekeeping activities for assigned areas as required to maintain a cGMP environment.

Perform 5S activities and maintain organization of operating areas.

Perform work requirements in a responsible manner, in accordance with SOPs, cGMPs and established safety procedures in accordance with OSHA requirements and guidelines. Be familiar with Material Safety Data Sheets for area chemicals.

Perform batch record and GMP documentation entries. Maintain records and/or logs as required in performance of job responsibilities.

This will include mathematical computation where needed. Knowledge of product security controls including controlled substance handling.

Responsible for outgoing quality level. Some overtime will be required with prior notice to support business needs.

Be able to start up and make minor adjustments to machinery.

Computer on-line may require some data input.

This includes SCADA and HMI entries.

Perform the duties of operating assigned machinery consisting of servicing machines with materials, removing finished materials from machine tables, and assuring smooth flow of product.

Perform visual and physical checks of in-process and finished materials as requested. Be familiar with job related hazards.

Report all discrepancies to process facilitator.

Perform all other duties with minimal supervision under the direction of the process facilitator or designee.

Knowledge of light material handling equipment non-motorized lifts.

Perform inventory control and reconciliation activities, which may require use of SAP in a limited role.

Work with various printing devices including printing mats, ink-jet, etc.

OEE data collection either by manual method or knowledge of automated collection system.

Certified OJT trainer activities on the team, as needed.

Flexibility in cross training between packaging functions.

Responsible for assembling, disassembling and sanitizing various packaging equipment.

Familiarity with chemical handling and spill control procedures in connection with hazardous waste pick-up duties. Assist mechanical staff with preventive maintenance procedures, as required.

Requirements:

High school graduate, vocational school graduate or equivalent

1 Year of experience in a pharmaceutical or cGMP regulated environment

Must have the ability to effectively understand, read, write, communicate and follow instructions in the English language.

Good attention to detail is required.

Working Hours: 6:00 pm-6:30 am

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.