Technician I, Packaging Athens

Company: Boehringer Ingelheim
Location: Athens
Posted on: July 21, 2021

Job Description:

Description:

Description\:

Effectively and efficiently operates packaging and labeling equipment in order to package quality products per BI's Standards and in compliance with the USDA.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities\:

• Adhere to Standard Operating Procedures to operate  Packaging equipment (Printers, Coders, Labelers, Vision systems, Tray assemblers, Heat tunnels, Dryers, Forklift, Storage units, etc.)
• Assist during set up of Packaging equipment (Printers, Coders, Labelers, Vision systems, Tray assemblers, Heat tunnels, etc.)
• Maintain all waste materials in the proper satellite storage bins.
• Data entry which includes recording product packaging information, product reconciliations,  downtime, and standard production yields.
• Assist in troubleshooting packaging equipment in order to package quality products per standard operating procedures.
• Effectively provide/report information on process deviations.
• Effectively communicate process and/or equipment needs.
• Maintains a safe, clean and organize work environment.
• Maintains facilities and equipment as required by Standard Operating Procedures.
• Safety Objectives\:
• Supports safety policies and procedures.  Identifies & properly reports unsafe work habits, conditions, &/or practices.
• This position may require the handling, storing, and managing of hazardous waste and this employee shall comply with all applicable state and federal laws.  This person must successfully complete the hazardous waste management training program within six months of their employment or assignment should this be the case. Such an employee must not work in unsupervised positions until they have successfully completed the hazardous waste management training requirements, and must take part in an annual review in addition to the initial training.  This training program includes classroom instruction and on-the-job training to ensure they perform their duties in compliance with the requirements of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, (RCRA).

Requirements\:

• High school diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of experience or one (1) year of relevant experience
• One (1) year of manufacturing experience, preferably in a packaging/labeling operation
• Basic mechanical skills (example\: use of basic tools)
• Basic Equipment troubleshooting knowledge
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and procedures
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs
• Ability to operate a reach truck forklift
• Basic aptitude for math and computer skills

Eligibility Requirements\:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Who We Are\:

At Boehringer Ingelheim we create value through innovation with one clear goal\: to improve the lives of patients. We develop breakthrough therapies and innovative healthcare solutions in areas of unmet medical need for both humans and animals. As a family owned company we focus on long term performance. We are powered by 50.000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. Learning and development for all employees is key because your growth is our growth.

Want to learn more?  Visit boehringer-ingelheim.com and join us in our effort to make more health.

Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.

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