Packaging Coordinator (3rd Shift) at Zoetis

Zoetis the global leader in animal health is looking for an engaged and driven individual to join our packaging team. Zoetis has been leading animal health since its inception in 2012 and we pride ourselves on providing all manner of quality solutions for our customers animal health needs.The Packaging Coordinator is responsible for leading all daily floor activities by organizing and assigning day to day work responsibilities of the production team to meet the production schedule. Also responsible for communicating production issues to leadership generating processing and reviewing production records / logs and Standard Operating Procedures. The Packaging Coordinator is also responsible for performing production related administrative functions in addition to quality / safety related investigations and required documentation. Responsibilities must be performed in compliance with all safety policies and adherence to SOPs GMPs and Zoetis Core Beliefs.The Coordinator oversees the team of Packaging Operators and Packaging Specialists that perform general pharmaceutical production related tasks and responsibilities but must also be able to perform Packaging Specialist duties when needed. This includes inspection and packaging of products as well as material handling and setup of packaging lines with right first time accuracy and efficiency. This requires high attention to detail with regard to ensuring a quality product is provided to our customers and ensuring production related documents are complete and correct. This position requires the use of SAP Microsoft applications other database and computer systems. All activities are conducted within a safety-minded culture that strives for continuous improvement.Responsibilities:Provide leadership development and coaching to Packaging Operators and Packaging Specialists as well as communicate effectively with other support and leadership personnelMaintain timekeeping system address vacation requests and establish appropriate crewing needsAddress immediate shift personnel concerns HR needs and handle basic performance managementLead Method 1 investigations related to human performance deviations partner with Team Leader on other deviations and provide rudimentary back-up support to Team Leader for investigationsLead Tier meetings monitor or oversee line performance and apply Lean Principles to work environmentEnsure all tasks are performed in accordance with applicable batch records standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines as well as applicable regulatory standards such as current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)Operate maintain troubleshoot and make minor repairs on packaging equipmentMonitor evaluate and adjust processes or equipment to maximize quality and efficiencyMaintain complete and accurate documentation of all tasks completedWork together as a team to maintain production schedule and objectivesRequired skills education and experience:High school diploma or general education degree (GED)Basic math English communication skills legible penmanship and reading comprehensionDemonstrated leadership abilitiesAbility to follow detailed instructionsBasic use of Microsoft applications and general computer skillsEffective interpersonal communication and a positive outlookMechanical reasoning and troubleshooting skillsStrong mechanical skills along with experience in the use of various hand toolsPreferred candidate qualifications:Knowledge of cGMPs and production practicesExperience in a Lean Production and/or manufacturing environmentReliable transportation and good attendance/time management skillsExperience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement work environment; 5S visual schedule PDCA M1 etc.Ability to train on area SOPs/OJTs- equipment process paperworkExperience in working with Tech Writer creating and maintaining training documentationPhysical and Time requirements:Routine lifting of 20-50 lbs.Prolonged periods of sitting and standingFlexible hours and overtime up to every other weekend may be requiredManual dexterity and ability to keep up with pace of production standardsWork Environment: Colleague could be exposed to airborne particles including cephalosporin. Must work near moving mechanical parts. Eye protection and other personal protective equipment are required.Current Shift: 10:45 PM to 7:15 AM Sunday night through Friday morningFull timeRegularColleagueAny unsolicited resumes sent to Zoetis from a third party such as an Agency recruiter including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zoetis mailing address fax machine or email address directly to Zoetis employees or to Zoetis resume database will be considered Zoetis property. Zoetis will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.Zoetis will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation age gender identity or gender expression national origin disability or veteran status or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations as an alternative if requested by an individual with a disability. Please contact Zoetis Colleague Services at to request an accommodation. Zoetis also complies with all applicable national state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act. All applicants must possess or obtain authorization to work in the US for Zoetis. Zoetis retains sole and exclusive discretion to pursue sponsorship for the acquisition or maintenance of nonimmigrant status and employment eligibility considering factors such as availability of qualified US workers. Individuals requiring sponsorship must disclose this fact. Please note that Zoetis seeks information related to job applications from candidates for jobs in the U.S. solely via the following: (1) our company website at site or (2) via email to/from addresses using only the Zoetis domain of @. In addition Zoetis does not use Google Hangout for any recruitment related activities. Any solicitation or request for information related to job applications with Zoetis via any other means and/or utilizing email addresses with any other domain should be addition Zoetis will never ask candidates to make any type of personal financial investment related to gaining employment with Zoetis.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Crisis Management,Restaurant Experience,Customer Service,Computer Skills,Interviewing,Math,Warehouse Experience,Sterile Processing,Warehouse Management System,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Manufacturing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1