Job Description:

Packaging Operator - Oral Powder Packaging (M-F Operation)


Are you ready to take the join in a fast-paced, innovative environment? As a Packaging Operator for the Oral Powder production lines, you will be at the forefront of our operations, joining others in a safety and quality first process. As a Packaging Operator, you will be responsible for producing packaged pharmaceutical products in a safe and efficient manner, complying with cGMP's, SOPs, and site safety procedures.


Join us at AstraZeneca's Newark Supply Site in Newark, DE, a hub for the oral solid dose and oral powder sachet products for many markets around the globe. With a history dating back to 1971, our site has evolved and adapted to the changing pharmaceutical landscape. We offer a collaborative environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their full selves to work. We also provide a range of benefits including on-site fitness center access, lunch & learns, sustainable office working environment, team, site and family activities, life-long learning, diversity & inclusion, tuition reimbursement, and a dining center.


What you will do:


• Demonstrate ability to properly operate equipment, perform equipment set-up/change-over/clean-ups, assist in preventative maintenance and troubleshoot equipment problems in a safe and efficient manner.


• Understand and comply with cGMP's, SOPs and site safety procedures. Follows good housekeeping rules, and follow 5s principles.


• Supply equipment with components and product. Lifting requirements may be up to 30 lbs.


• Perform detection system challenges on applicable equipment.


• Utilizing standard work, responsible for execution and improvement of changeover of packaging assets including, assembly / disassembly, and centerline adjustment to optimize equipment performance.


• Clean and purge packaging equipment.


• Accountable for accurately documenting packaging and cleaning activities in Packaging worksheets, Equipment Cleaning Logbooks, and within performance tracking systems (Traksys)


• Perform quality attribute inspections and in-process testing (leak tests, appearance, etc.)


• Work effectively in teams to meet monthly demand requirements.


• Identify areas for continuous improvement and efficiency improvements.


• Participate in deviation investigations and help drive to root cause using tools such as 5- Why.


• Accountable for Line performance (OEE) and able to report hourly status of line to affected personnel to ensure timely resolution to issues. (i.e. Facilitators, Engineers)


• Must be able to work other shifts, weekends, alternative schedules when production demands require.


Minimum Requirements:

• High School Diploma
  
  

• Ability to wear PAPR, steel-toed shoes, and safety glasses for extended periods
  
  

• Ability to work 1st shift from the hours of 7 am to 3 pm Monday through Friday
  
  

• Ability to work 2nd shift from 3 pm to 11pm Monday through Friday
  
  

• Ability to work 3rd shift Sunday beginning at 11 pm through Friday at 7 am
  
  

At AstraZeneca, we are driven by the challenge to stay ahead in rapidly changing markets. We continuously seek new and better ways to deliver medicines to our patients. Our resilience helps us thrive as we innovate and evolve. We foster an encouraging, positive environment where ideas are welcomed and rewarded. If you are self-driven, thrive at pace, continuously learn and proactively take on more, then this is the place for you.


Ready to make a big impact? Join us at AstraZeneca and contribute to life-changing medicines. Apply now!


AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. Apply Now