Production Technician ($24/Hr) - 2nd Shift

Join Our Team at Bimeda! Are you ready to kickstart your career in the pharmaceutical industry, specifically in animal health? We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our production team as a Production Technician. In this exciting entry-level position, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the quality and safety of our products while learning and growing within our supportive environment. Position Overview As a Production Technician, you’ll report to the Production Manager or Supervisor. Your primary responsibilities will include packaging and inspecting finished products, setting up, operating, and troubleshooting packaging machinery, and ensuring that all production processes meet our high standards. You’ll be integral to maintaining an efficient production line, helping us deliver safe, high-quality products to our customers. Plus, there’s plenty of room for advancement—develop your skills and watch your earning potential grow! Shift Availability:2nd Shift: Monday - Friday, 1:00PM - 9:30PM Key Responsibilities Safety First: Follow all health and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your colleagues. Machine Operation: Set up, operate, and troubleshoot filling and packaging machinery to maintain optimal production flow. Quality Control: Conduct thorough visual inspections of products to ensure they meet quality standards and comply with cGMP regulations, addressing any issues immediately. Production Documentation: Complete and maintain all necessary documentation related to production, including batch records and equipment logs, ensuring compliance with FDA and inventory policies. Cleaning and Maintenance: Perform and document routine cleaning of equipment and packaging areas, ensuring they are ready for production and adhere to our cleanliness standards. Training Support: Assist in training new team members, sharing your knowledge to help them understand our processes and standards. Cross-Training Opportunities: Be open to cross-training for other duties within the production area, fostering a versatile skill set. Respirator Use: Wear a respirator when required, which necessitates a clean-shaven face and passing a medical examination/fit testing. What We’re Looking For Required Skills: 0-2 years of experience in a production or manufacturing environment. A natural mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues. Ability to take directions and work collaboratively within a team. Capacity to lift 20-40 pounds frequently and maintain a fast-paced work ethic. High school diploma or GED. Strong attention to detail and good documentation skills, with clear and legible handwriting. Good manual handling skills and hand-eye coordination. Willingness to work overtime when needed. Desirable Skills: Previous experience in the pharmaceutical or food industry, especially in production settings. Forklift experience is a plus. Familiarity with FDA compliant facilities and quality assurance processes. Mechanical or equipment training is advantageous. Experience in continuous improvement practices to enhance production efficiency. Leadership potential and abilities, with a drive to contribute positively to the team environment. What We Offer Health Insurance (medical, dental, vision) 401(k) plan for retirement savings Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays) Life insurance Employee assistance program If you’re passionate about making a difference in the animal health sector and eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to embark on a rewarding career with us at Bimeda. Join us in making a difference—one batch at a time! Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve. About Bimeda: Bimeda is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of veterinary pharmaceuticals and animal health products and has over half a century’s experience in providing science-driven solutions to optimize the health, wellbeing and productivity of the world’s animals. Bimeda’s global innovation program sees eight state-of-the art R&D centers across four continents collaborate on an enviable product development pipeline which anticipates the ever-evolving needs of the animal health industry. Bimeda’s ten manufacturing facilities across seven countries allow the company to manufacture a broad range of preventative, curative and nutritional products including sterile injectables, vaccinations, nutritional boluses, feed additives, tablets, water-soluble powders, pastes and non-sterile liquids. Globally, the company focuses on the development, manufacture and commercialization of quality Bimeda-branded products while also being the partner of choice for contract manufacturing and R&D services for prominent companies within the animal health industry. More Info at www.bimedacareers.com