Sr Pkg Assoc

Packaging Associate Levels I - III

Fareva is currently seeking experienced Packaging Associates to work 1^st and 2^nd shift. Additionally, successful candidates will be required to work mandatory over-time.

Fareva is a leading contract manufacturer of pharmaceutical and personal care products. We are located at intersection of Darbytown Road and Laburnum Avenue in Eastern Henrico County. Fareva Richmond Inc. employs 600+ full time employees. Comfortable climate controlled facility covering over 745,000 square feet.

Requirements:

• Must successfully pass background/drug screening
• Flexibility to work on 1^st for specific time periods when needed, and ability to work mandatory overtime.
• Requires 1+ years of Packaging experience
• To qualify must pass Work Keys assessments

 

Job Responsibilities:

• Product/packaging component inspection
• Label application/insertion
• Container/carton counting and filling
• Supplying materials for processing
• Machine operation and packing of final product
• Keeps working area in a clean and orderly condition according to PPG's and 5S principles
• Verify label samples
• Completes all documentation clearly and legibly
• Observes line operations to detect malfunctions and reports problems to Packaging Production Technician or the Supervisor.
• Performs other routine tasks including those that the employee is trained on outside their current job responsibilities
• Adheres strictly to all cGMP's, PPG's, and safety procedures to ensure the quality and integrity of products and safety of employees
• Reports all accidents, incidents and near misses to supervision immediately
• Works within the team environment to rotate job assignments to facilitate cross training and keep skills current.
• Actively participates in team activities including continuous improvement efforts, cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
• Maintains training on all equipment used including; set-up, operation, troubleshooting & shutdown, as well as training on PPG's, batch record & documentation requirements.
• Assists in the training of new employees

 

Education and Experience:

• High school Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum 1+ years’ experience as a Packaging Experience

 

 

 

Skills and Abilities:

• Must successfully complete required skills tests including Fareva’s basic computer navigation and Work Keys skills assessments.
• The ability to perform all packaging related activities on the packaging line, or lines to which incumbent has been assigned.
• Must demonstrate an ability to work at the line speeds as specified in company production standard
• Must be able to read, demonstrate math ability and understanding, comprehend and follow written and oral instructions, have ability to visually verify steps in packaging process; and possess good eye/hand coordination
• Exceptionally close attention to detail is required to prevent error and loss of components and product, to prevent accidents, and to comply with all cGMPs and procedures
• Considerable attention to the running of the work centers is required to prevent loss/damage to equipment.
• Positions require extended standing, lifting (up to 35 lbs.), bending, twisting, hand dexterity, depth perception, color vision, and travel up and down the assigned work area.

 

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation is commensurate with experience
• Company paid benefits Short Term Disability, Life&AD&D Insurance 1xsalay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision (after completion of 30 days)

Job Type: Full-time