Position Overview & Specifications
Filling & Packaging Line Operator
Shift pattern: 6am – 2pm / 2pm – 10pm (rotating weekly)
Job Purpose
Running a line or work area, responsible for correct completion of all relevant paperwork, collection and removal of pallets, preparation materials, basic problem solving
Key responsibilities include the following:
- Working under limited supervision to package the entire range of Bard’s Commercial pharmaceutical products, following GMP standards and procedures
- Assist in basic set up of filling lines when required
- To participate in all 5s, GEMBA and process improvement activities
- Preparation of materials
- Basic problem solving
- To be aware of daily targets and to perform online tasks accordingly. Always acting in a manner that guarantees maximum OEE whilst maintaining quality standards
- To work in a safe manner with due regard to one's own safety and that of others. At all times abide with the companies' health and safety policies and procedures
- To fill and pack the company product range into a variety of containers either manually or by using a full range of automated and semi-automated packaging equipment
- To inspect tablets, capsules and other pharmaceutical products for defects
- To complete all documentation promptly and accurately to meet the requirements of documentary evidence for the manufacture of pharmaceutical products (GMP) and to carry out in-process checks and batch reconciliations
- To maintain housekeeping standards during all packaging procedures
- Complete effective line/batch cleaning and clearance including the completion of required documentation.
- Minimum of 4 GCSE's of grade C or above in Maths & English.
- Clear and legible handwriting.
- Good practical aptitude with good hand and eye coordination along with good dexterity skills.
- A high level of attention to detail.