Sr Packaging Machine Operator - NIghts (Finance)

Requisition ID: 63075 Title: Sr Packaging Machine Operator - NIghts Division: Arthrex Manufacturing Inc (US02) Location: Pendleton, SC

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education. Arthrex Manufacturing is actively searching for a Senior Packaging Machine Operator to produce quality medical instruments in accordance with Arthrex Manufacturing Inc. procedures in a safe and effective manner in order to exceed the customers' needs. The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail and fine motor skills. Successful candidates must possess a high school diploma (or equivalent) and at least one year of manufacturing experience. This position will be for Night Shift (Monday-Thursday 7:30 pm to 6:00 am). Join our talented team at a global medical device company focused on Helping Surgeons Treat Their Patients Better™.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform daily, monthly and semi-annual terminal cleaning activities in the clean room.
• Perform manual and fixture assisted device assembly and packaging on medical device components, kits, convenience packs and/or any clean room specific device assembly as assigned.
• Print and apply labels onto pouches and blisters. Assist in label reconciliation as needed.
• Perform supplemental label application, blister loading, pouch and blister sealing and visual inspection.
• Operate clean room specific equipment, automated robotic assembly equipment as needed.
• Alert of any maintenance or repair issues of any equipment or tools.
• Assist during changeovers and line setups.
• Responsible for accessing and following packaging instructions and work instructions from PLM and Document management systems based on product structure requirements.
• Inspect unit assembled and sealed for potential defects.
• Responsible for managing and segregating scrap.
• Ensure correct and complete assembly of device.
• Responsible for DHR and ERP accuracy and completion.
• Supports activities involving QC Hold and/or MRB related issues.
• Promotes a safe work environment including the use of PPE when required. Communicates issues to management that could result in process delays and/or safety issues.
• Adhere to all Quality System Requirements.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of manufacturing experience required related to assembly and/or packaging of products using manual and mechanized assembly processes.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements/Specialized Courses and/or Training:

• Experience with Microsoft Office products desired.
• A thorough knowledge of packaging processes, product assembly, visual inspection, packaging, and labeling requirements.
• Must have the ability to perform tasks by reading, understanding and following work instructions/documents provided.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret/comprehend written specifications, and packaging and assembly work instructions.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control and other techniques for manufacturing of products.
• Basic understanding of BOMs and Routers and their use for manufacturing.
• Demonstrated understanding of GMPs and DHR content.
• Possess thorough and accurate documentation skills according to GDP for setup and operation of sealers.
• Understanding of inventory traceability, production processes, inspections, label reconciliation processes, and other techniques for effective manufacturing, distribution, and traceability of products.
• Ability to perform machine setup, verifies validated parameters, determination/ installation and use of appropriate tooling.
• Ability to perform testing.

Language and Communication Skills:

Ability to comprehend and apply language skills to the degree required to perform the job based upon the job requirements listed above. Ability to verbally communicate ideas and issues effectively to other team members and management. Ability to write and record data and information as required by procedures.

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 the 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 talk or hear. The employee is frequently required sit; use hands and fingers, to handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Requires frequently working in clean room and controlled environment utilizing specified cleaning agents. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Arthrex Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.