Packaging Process Operator Jobs in Reading, PA (NOW HIRING)

Title: Associate Technician
Purpose:
This role performs necessary tasks to plan and package high quality products on time and in the right quantities in OTC and Nutritional factories at the Myerstown site in accordance with site policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and practices.
This role works with multidisciplinary autonomous and dynamic teams and is responsible for driving operational efficiencies, best practices, adopting new technologies, and continuous production process improvement to ensure seamless operations and adherence to industry regulations.
The role embraces Dynamic Shared Ownership (DSO) principles and practices and follows the VACC (being a visionary, architect, catalyst, and coach) approach in day-to-day operations. The role actively evolves the site operating model and fosters successful adoption of DSO.
Key Tasks:
Personal Development / Training / Autonomous Team Culture:
Support development of the diverse, inclusive talent pool where members share and support each other to build their expertise in autonomous teams' environment.
Take personal accountability in upskilling training / coaching needs, embracing the digital mindset, and collaborating in development of training programs to enhance the skills and knowledge of the operations cluster teams.
Own personal training records, cross-train and coach other operators as needed, motivating team members, and sharing knowledge to continuously improve processes.
Develop high-performance competencies such as technical skills, digital capabilities, communication, and teamwork to build a collaborative, autonomous culture.
Foster a culture of accountability, trust, and empowerment, where each team member takes ownership of safety, quality, and performance outcomes.
Champion continuous improvement and knowledge transfer, identifying skill gaps, proposing solutions, and supporting development initiatives to strengthen team capability and resilience.
Production Operations:
Ensure safe work environment by following all safety procedures, workplace standards, company guidelines, and ergonomic practices, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), Lockout Tagout equipment, standard operating procedures (SOPs) applying to a particular process or work area.
Ensure following Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements (OSHA) in day-to-day operations.
Maintain, clean, and organize work area using 5S practices and participate in safety improvement projects. Participate in on-going occupational health surveillance programs as required.
Adopt technological advancement and embrace production agility with digitally enabled mindset to quickly react to changing customers and consumers needs in fast paced market trends.
Assist with technical troubleshooting and predictive / preventive maintenance tasks as needed. Drive continuous improvement mindset by taking actions to safely reduce equipment setup and changeover times; initiate and establish equipment operating parameters to maximize production, while meeting all product specifications.
Use the Product Supply Systems (PSS) digital tools and support packaging lines operational efficiency (OEE) improvement initiatives in day-to-day operations.
Collaborate with all other production employees and support functions employees to establish priorities and deliver products meeting the deadlines. Ensure the timely execution of the production schedules outlined by cluster leads and teams.
Perform the daily set-up and routine operations of the packaging lines, including but not limited to: Bottle in-feed, dispense components, Unscrambler, Filler, Bottle Capper, Torquer, Labeler, Vision Systems, Weighing Systems, Bar Coding Systems, Sealers, Case Packers, disassembly / assembly of change parts, Cleaning, resolving equipment stoppages and jams etc.
Use Business Operating Systems, SAP, MES, EBRs, and other digital tools to record production results, material movements, yield determinations, and other process data.
Operate motorized and non-motorized material handling equipment for assigned material movements including stocking operations, palletize finished goods, and properly dispose of waste product, material and containers.
Quality & Compliance:
Ensure adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), regulatory requirements, GMP standards, and industry best practices across all packaging processes.
Ensure to complete all GMP and non-GMP training before assigned due dates.
Ensure product quality by performing in-process checks, AQLs, complying with cGMP, being alert for unacceptable quality of incoming and outgoing materials, initiating quality improvements, and participating in quality improvement initiatives.
Accurately document production process steps, production results, equipment in-process checks, samplings, cleanings, components used, and any other required cGMP information on the appropriate documents (paper and/or electronic).
Communicate quality and other non-compliance issues to supervision in a timely manner.
Other Duties
Complete other duties as assigned
Outcomes and KPIs:
Safety Culture
Compliance - Right First Time
Engagement and high performing autonomous teams
Top decile performance
Resiliency
Cost savings
Customer Service (CFR)
Line / Cluster / Site OEE
Reduction in UPDT
Core Operations Team members peer collaboration (other Packaging Clusters personnel, Production Maintenance Clusters personnel, Warehouse Clusters personnel, Technical Operations Teams).

Qualification & Competencies:
High School Diploma or GED is required.
Must be willing to work overtime as required, based on production demands.
At least 6 months experience using motorized & non-motorized material handling equipment.- Preferred
At least 6 months experience using automated inventory systems is required or equivalent computer systems (i.e. SAP, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)) - Preferred
Demonstrated ability to embrace digital opportunities and work independently as well as an effective autonomous team member to support schedule attainment demands, including prioritizing and time management skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills in English language.
Experience working in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) environment is required.
Demonstrated ability and technical skills to successfully set-up, changeover, operate, troubleshoot, diagnose, clean, and maintain multiple pieces of complex packaging lines equipment.
Demonstrated ability to work safely in a production environment with frequent production schedule changes due to customers' demand is required.
Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, follow instructions in regard to workplace documentation, such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Operator Manuals, Work Instructions, etc.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making in day-to-day operations.
Good mathematical aptitude in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and metric system.
Creates impact by realizing authentic self and purpose, and includes others: respects differences, embraces inclusion and shows up as the best self.
Good Computer skills, including use of e-mail, Microsoft Applications, Employee Self-Services HR on-line tools, iPads, Digital Apps, production performance systems, etc.
Strong understanding of the regulatory arena involving GMP, OSHA, EPA, and Bayer standards. Preferred