Packaging Technician

About this role

Come Be Part of a Mission that Matters! Summary: The Packaging Technician assembles and packages diagnostic test kits used in the food safety industry according to Standard Operating Procedures ensuring accuracy and quality throughout the process.

Location: Lansing 2nd Shift

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Assembles diagnostic test kits

• Labels components

• Completes production paperwork

• Performs final inspections, weights, and counts of items to ensure they meet production standards

• Maintains general cleanliness and organization of physical areas responsible for

• May work at different stations as production needs require

• Perform tasks according to the appropriate Standard Manufacturing Procedure (SMP) or Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)

• Follow International Organization for Standardization (ISO) guidelines in the manufacture of all reagents

• Use good manufacturing procedures (GMP) and good documentation practices (GDP) in the manufacture of all reagents

• Maintains the general cleanliness and organization of work areas using lean processes and 5S

• Adheres to any and all safety rules and regulations, including personal protective equipment, proper use of equipment, proper disposal of any and all materials etc.

• Perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time, while maintaining attention to detail

• Maintains equipment and facilities

• Dispenses bulk solutions through the use of semi-automated equipment.

• Assist in physical inventories as required

• Aid in supply management

• Perform other duties as assigned by your supervisor and/or manager

• Comply with and promote all corporate handbook policies

• Comply with, promote and strive to achieve all corporate and departmental goals

• Comply with, promote and strive to achieve all productivity, quality, and behavior expectations.

    Skills and Competencies:   To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:   Cultural Savvy:  Demonstrates and lives One Neogen Pillars of Trust; Openness, Honesty, Credibility, Respect and Service through all actions, behaviors, and communication.    Communication: Communicates effectively through all necessary messaging and actively listens to others.                  Leading Others:  Leads by example and creates culture of trust through team work.                Decision Making and Problem Solving:  Identifies information needed and makes timely decisions. Has knowledge needed to perform responsibilities.           Driving Performance:  Drives performance through remaining focused, consistently showing up and timeliness, meeting productivity standards, thinking outside of the box and asking for help when needed.                    Organizational Strategy:  Understands their role and is actively curious as to how it fits within the organization.   Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.   Education and Experience:  High school education; or up to one-month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. • A minimum tenure of 1 year in the Packaging Assistant I position is required to be met before consideration for promotion to the next position level:  Packaging Assistant II.

  Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers, multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s and calculate percent.  Ability to perform these calculations using units of American weight and measurement.   Language Skills:  Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.  Ability to read, write and speak simple sentences in English. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedural documents.   Physical Demands:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

  Work Environment:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors or airborne particles, and potentially hazardous chemicals, utilizing proper personal protective equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Why Neogen

At Neogen we believe that taking care of our employees allows them to do their best work. When you join our team, you'll enjoy competitive benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day. Benefits include: • Benefits starting on Day One – Medical, dental, and vision coverage begin on your first day of employment.

• 401(k) with company match – Invest in your future with retirement savings and company contributions.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Enjoy generous paid time off so you can rest, recharge, and spend time with those who matter most.

• Career Growth Opportunities – We are commit

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