Packaging Technician Synovex 3rd Shift Sunday Thursday 10:00pm 6:30am - Zoetis : Job Details

Zoetis is the world's largest manufacturer and supplier of animal pharmaceuticals. At Zoetis in Lincoln, NE, we manufacture high quality medicines for dogs, cats, and livestock. Our plant has been recognized as one of Nebraska's safest companies, with a long-standing presence in the Lincoln community. We are a clean, modern site that continues to innovate and grow.

Benefits include:

• $500 sign on bonus
• 4 weeks accrued paid vacation and 13 paid holidays
• 401(k) match with company profit sharing
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment program
• Great health, personal, and family benefits starting day 1

Position Summary

Work collaboratively as part of a team operating a pharmaceutical packaging line. Responsibilities include operating packaging equipment and performing related tasks, while maintaining accurate and concurrent documentation of all activities. A positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and reliable attendance are essential.

This position is located in a manufacturing area that handles DEA Schedule III and IV controlled substances. Synovex differential pay will be provided to colleagues working within this facility.

Hours: 3rd shift, Sunday Thursday 10:00pm 6:30am. Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Position Responsibilities

Record Keeping and Documentation

• Maintain and complete accurate records, including timecards, batch records, and logbooks.

Equipment Operation

• Operate assigned equipment such as PLC-controlled packaging lines, pellet fillers, vision systems, pouch sealers, etc.
• Clean production equipment and facilities.
• Set up and disassemble packaging equipment.
• Operate specific in-process devices associated with the equipment.
• Use material handling devices, including electric pallet jacks, manual pallet jacks, and hi-lifts.
• Apply the metric system to process-related calculations.

SOPs / cGMP Compliance

• Follow all applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).
• Maintain proper housekeeping standards.
• Adhere to dress code and secondary gowning policies.

Safety

• Practice safe manufacturing techniques, including lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Read and interpret Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Properly use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required, including safety shoes, glasses, respirators, gloves, and hearing protection.

Decision-Making

• Escalate questionable issues to appropriate personnel.
• Follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Recognize when to stop processes due to anomalies.
• Learn to identify out-of-specification materials.

Process Knowledge

• Understand production and process flow.
• Know proper staging and storage locations for supplies and equipment.
• Learn key terminology related to pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Communication

• Communicate effectively with peers and supervisors.
• Use appropriate communication techniques to support teamwork.

Personal Computer Skills

• Perform PC-based tasks as required.

Education and Experience

Required Job-Related Candidate Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, plus 612 months of relevant experience.
• Language skills: able to read and interpret procedures.
• Math skills: ability to apply general math concepts.
• Basic mechanical understanding and experience using various hand tools.
• Meets the physical requirements of the job.

Preferred Candidate Qualifications

• Technical school certificate or 12 years of college coursework.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with vision systems and robotic fillers.
• Proficiency with personal computers and Windows-based applications.

Physical Position Requirements

Special Facility Requirements

This position supports a manufacturing area that utilizes DEA Schedule III and IV compounds with Occupational Exposure Band (OEB) limits of 3 and 5. The role requires:

• Compliance with secondary gowning procedures
• Use of Powered Air-Purifying Respirators (PAPR) within the manufacturing facility
• Ability to tolerate physical confinement for extended periods throughout the workday.

Physical Demands

• Apply proper lifting techniques.
• Routine lifting of 2040 lbs.; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work flexible hours and overtime.

Work Environment

• Exposure to cleaning chemicals
• Exposure to product dust/particulates
• Exposure to loud noise
• Exposure to temperature variations
• Exposure to heights of up to 25 ft