Packaging Operator 1 - 1st Shift

 

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This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

 

**Sign-on bonus of $2,500 (1st shift) or $3,500 (3rd shift) if hired for this position/shift (bonus will be paid in full after 30 days of employment)

 

Your Role:

 

The Packaging Operator 1 at MilliporeSigma in Sheboygan Falls will stage, fill (manually or semi-automatically), cap, label and over pack liquid products per approved packaging specifications while utilizing all necessary safety equipment.  The following tasks will be completed daily:

 

• Weigh and place hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals using precision equipment into specified containers

• Verify functioning of room ventilation and safety equipment, obtain process orders, scan into computer system, verify electronic balance is calibrated

• Verify bulk container numbers, batch, and material numbers against those called for on the process orders and complete all paperwork and documentation

• Assemble, disassemble semiautomatic powder or liquid dispensing equipment and replace worn or disposable parts

• Clean tools, utensils, and semi-automatic dispensing equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and chemical safety protocols and document cleaning when applicable

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot all automated equipment

• Compare filled quantity against consumed bulk quantity to ensure quality requirements

• Populate process orders following Good Documentation Practice (GDP)

• Dispose of waste according to company and government regulations

• Operate powered pallet and drum movers

• Maintain equipment, tools, and facilities in safe, clean environment following 6S standards

• Participate in testing and implementation of changes

• Miscellaneous duties and tasks

• Actively participate in a proactive safety culture; identify hazards, make suggestions for improvement and work incident-free
• Shift/hours: 1st or 3rd shift - 6:00AM - 2:30PM, M-F OR 11:00PM - 7:30AM, M-F

 

Physical Attributes:

 

• Wear appropriate protective gear, (hard hats, glasses/goggles, chemical resistant suits, gloves, safety shoes) and other personal protection equipment "PPE" to protect from toxic or corrosive chemicals in the forms of liquids, solids, vapors or airborne particles
• Sit, stand, walk, reach above the shoulder, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, or crawl 
• Lift and move up to 50 pounds unassisted 
• Move more than 50 pounds with assistance 
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus
• Regular use of phones, computers, office equipment, and laboratory equipment

 

Who You Are

 

Minimum Qualifications:

 

• High School Diploma or GED

 

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Comprehension of verbal and written instructions
• Communication skills – verbal and written
• Attention to detail and problem solving skills
• Basic math skills, including use of the met