Packaging Lead (12hr nights)

CooperVision, a division of CooperCompanies (NASDAQ:COO), is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses. The Company produces a full array of daily disposable, two-week and monthly contact lenses, all featuring advanced materials and optics. CooperVision has a strong heritage of solving the toughest vision challenges such as astigmatism, presbyopia and childhood myopia; and offers the most complete collection of spherical, toric and multifocal products available. Through a combination of innovative products and focused practitioner support, the company brings a refreshing perspective to the marketplace, creating real advantages for customers and wearers. For more information, visit www.coopervision.com

Job Summary:

Trained and Knowledgeable of at least 7 operations within the Packaging Department Contributes to the daily function of the packaging department by performing the routine to complex activities involved in packaging lenses. Must have working knowledge of Packaging areas and must be proficient within primary work area. Previous Packaging Operator experience required. Works under general supervision, requiring minimal direction on new projects or processes. Has good communication skills, math aptitude, problem solving abilities and mechanical aptitude. Acts as a backup in the absence of the Area Coordinator. 

Essential Functions & Accountabilities:

• Gathers product and material used for packaging as required by work orders.
• Preps/setup for packaging line.
• Works with single blisters or arrays to be either labeled, boxed or glued 
• Learns to operate multiple packaging equipment and software. 
• Understands and follows quality requirements. Notifies management of safety issues or improvements.
• Performs other duties as required, which may include assisting in the training of others, or filling in for sustained periods of 
• time in the absence of others, report completion, etc.
• Performs troubleshooting on equipment as needed.
• Performs other duties as required.
• May operate and/or work as needed in the packaging department.
• Responsible for data correction and signature.

General Job Requirements:

• Works scheduled hours and is ready to work at designated start times.
• As business needs dictates, works extended hours to complete daily department goals or tasks to include mandatory 
• Saturdays.
• Works scheduled holidays in order to maintain service levels for customers.
• Immediately informs Coordinator/Supervisor of safety, sanitation, and equipment malfunctions and concerns regarding 
• quality issues.
• Seeks assistance from Coordinator/Supervisor in identifying and reporting problems or concerns relating to job function.
• As business needs dictates, works extended hours to complete daily Packaging requirements.
• Adapts readily to changes in workload, staffing and scheduling.
• Acknowledges and Complies with all company policies and procedures and all SOP’s.
• Exhibits good communication skills, verbal, written, and comprehension of the English language

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to operate simple to complex machinery. Packaging equipment, labeling machines, vial labeling equipment, glue gun, gluing equipment, computer terminals and Trim Press

Work Environment: 

Noisy Conditions >75%

Dusty Conditions >75%

Hot or Humid Conditions- Expose to extreme seasonal temps.- 50%-75%

Wet Conditions -None

Exposure to chemicals or solvents –None

Work near moving mechanical parts >75%

• Physical Demands:

Standing 25-50% 

Sitting 25-50% 

Walking < 25% 

Bending - Bend forward at waist to touch object at 6” above floor 50%-75% 

Stooping/Couching 50%-75% 

Kneeling - Kneel on 1 or both knees for critical time period (1 min) < 25% 

Squatting - Bend at knees to touch/grasp object 2” above floor level < 25% 

Twisting 25-50% Pushing/Pulling – 20# force < 25% 

Reaching overhead- 48” height, 18” depth < 25% 

Hand/eye coordination > 75% 

Finger/wrist dexterity > 75% 

Grasping/pinching > 75%

Coupling - Grip w/ dominant hand - 30# force > 75% 

Hearing > 75% Driving: Specify type of vehicle None Lifting up 20 lbs 50%-75% 

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year experience within the Packaging Department. Demonstrated skills in a lead role preferred. Must have strong mathematic/PC knowledge/skills, or equivalent training or experience. Experience in a warehouse/distribution