Packaging Technician

Planet Pharma are working with a global pharmaceutical company, who are currently seeking a Packaging Technician to join them onsite in this contract opportunity. This role is responsible for operating designated manufacturing equipment and systems to produce high-quality products while adhering to predefined production schedules. The position ensures the efficient operation of all manufacturing processes within the production facility.

General Responsibilities

All activities must comply with corporate standards, quality systems, GMP and GDP guidelines, and industry best practices. Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining a safe working environment and reporting all incidents in accordance with procedures.
• Ensuring product quality by following all required operational processes.
• Identifying and implementing opportunities for cost reduction and operational improvements.
• Upholding the philosophy of human health care (hhc) in daily activities.
• Understanding and meeting stakeholder and customer expectations through effective communication.
• Meeting performance expectations in alignment with personal and organizational objectives.

Working Relationships

This role interacts with various departments to ensure compliance, efficiency, and quality, including:

• Quality Assurance & Quality Systems– Ensuring regulatory compliance and product standards.
• Production Operations– Coordination across warehouse, manufacturing, and packaging teams.
• HR & Health & Safety– Adhering to organizational policies and workplace safety regulations.
• Technical & Engineering Departments– Supporting validation activities, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Planning & Facility Maintenance– Ensuring adherence to production schedules and facility upkeep.

Competencies

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A growth mindset and commitment to professional development.
• Strong teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective decision-making abilities and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and documentation aptitude.

Job-Specific Responsibilities

• Setting up and calibrating production equipment for optimal functionality.
• Operating high-speed packaging lines while ensuring product quality through testing.
• Completing batch documentation and SAP transactions for production activities.
• Minimizing downtime to enhance productivity through efficient line setups and handovers.
• Assisting in equipment installation, qualification, and validation processes.
• Supporting engineering and contractor activities as needed.
• Training colleagues in systems, procedures, and techniques.
• Conducting in-process tests, yield calculations, product sampling, and inspections.
• Performing equipment maintenance, cleaning, and reassembly to ensure longevity and performance.
• Writing, reviewing, and updating standard operating procedures.
• Participating in quality investigations, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Recording key metrics to monitor production adherence, efficiency, and compliance.
• Identifying and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Supporting audits, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Collaborating with production planning to maintain schedules.
• Assisting in manual packaging operations and facility cleaning.
• Taking on safety roles such as First Aider, Safety Representative, and Fire Warden.
• Conducting stock checks to maintain inventory accuracy in SAP.

To Apply

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