Packaging Technician - Level 1 - 1st Shift - LanceSoft Inc

Title: Packaging Technician - Level 1 - 1st Shift
Location: 201 West Queen Street, Southington, CT 06489 United States
Duration: 10 Months contract (Temp to Perm)
Shift timing: 1^st shift (06:45am to 03:15pm)

Job description:

Qualifications:
Automated and semi-automated machinery and process knowledge.
Sound judgment in the execution of technical/troubleshooting issues.

Work Environment:

• Work involves use of manufacturing equipment or close proximity to equipment. May be exposed to biohazards and/or chemicals.
• Work environment can range from clean room and proper gowning requirements to a production area that is open, potentially noisy, and with moving equipment.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. and push/pull up to 80 lbs.
• Recurring physical demands include standing, walking, stooping, crouching, climbing, bilateral motion involving hands, wrists, and upper body.
• Concentrated visual attention to perform checks on finished packaging.
• Typically requires travel less than 5% of the time.

Responsibilities:

• The Packaging Technician is responsible for ensuring the correct operation of automatic and semi-automatic packaging equipment in accordance with governing documentation to ensure product is properly packaged and placed into finished goods inventory.
• The Technician will ensure top and bottom stock, print plates and machine systems are set up according to specified guidelines for identified product.

• Perform shift start up paperwork to ensure effective hand off from previous shift.
• Maintain top and bottom stock on each machine. Replace trifoil and seal bead.
• Set up and calibrate sensors; make adjustments to machine, seal and tracking of bottom stock.
• Maintain ink levels in print trays; clean trays between runs as needed. Replace print plates when color change is performed.
• Perform changeovers and complete associated documentation.
• Perform preventive maintenance; schedule Building Services and Tool Room as needed. Empty vacuum system to prevent overfill/overflow.
• Understand MP, PC, WP, STM and Interim Specifications.