Packager

What You Can Expect

Perform packaging-related duties for Zimmer Biomet products, both sterile and non-sterile, whether purchased or manufactured by the company, in accordance with established specifications and requirements. As applicable, perform PMMA-related tasks, including electrostatically applying polymer powder coatings to implants using appropriate masking fixtures and curing the coated parts in an oven.

How You'll Create Impact

• Operate a variety of packaging machines that could include package, seal, label to product specifications and or passivation
• Perform cleaning of masking fixtures and texturing of implants using grit blasting and micro-blasting equipment. Perform 100% visual inspections on implants.
• May remove PMMA overspray from articulating surfaces
• Maintain accurate records
• Perform packaging operations with 100% accuracy
• Perform etching operation on product per the blueprint
• Perform inspection on parts as required by process procedures
• Maintain supplies and equipment and keep accurate production records
• Maintain a safe and clean work area and comply with all OP and GMP regulations as they relate to the process and clean room environments

What Makes You Stand Out

• Previous manufacturing experience helpful. Ability to read, to comprehend, write, and follow basic written and oral instructions.
• Mental/Visual Effort: Considerable. Requires very close degree of visual attention while monitoring and documenting gauge and dial readings, flow rates, and RPMs.
• Must be a neat, clean individual capable of working in a controlled environment clean room.
• Must be able to maintain confidential information.
• Read and write legibly and follow written procedures and verbal instructions
• Physically able to stand 100% of the time
• Able to read and interpret blue prints
• Able to lift up to 25 to 35 lbs repeatedly
• Must be able to interface with personnel and management of other areas.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to participate and interact in classroom environment.
• Must be able to read and write English language in order to take and pass practical and written examinations covering applicable procedures.
• Must demonstrate ability to work in a team environment by communicating effectively, being alert to helping others, and participate in problem solving and process improvement activities across all shifts.
• Must be able to perform intricate detail work on a repetitive basis.
• Inspect filled container to ensure that product is packaged according to specifications.
• Ability to use precision measuring equipment, as necessary, to perform inspections.
• Ensure personal safety equipment is used and maintained appropriately; observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Assist in training new Team Members as required.

Your Background

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred experience: NPI certification or willing to be certified within 6 months of being in the role (if applicable).
• Previous work experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.