Lead Process Technician (3rd Shift) at Zoetis

Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

Trade certification or degree in engineering, automation, or a related technical field strongly preferred
10+ years of experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment, especially with highly automated pharmaceutical equipment preferred
Strong mechanical aptitude and advanced troubleshooting skills
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles
Understanding of safety, compliance, and regulatory standards in pharmaceutical operations
Effective communication and team collaboration skills
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment
Production Floor presence and support for assigned shift (3rd Shift)
Able to perform other duties as required

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose issues on packaging equipment, including mechanical and highly automated systems such as fillers, pick & place robots, cartoners, case packers, labelers, and printers; collaborate with operations, maintenance, and engineering to prioritize work, reduce downtime, and improve line reliability
Proactively review equipment operation, identify deficiencies, and recommend improvements to increase Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives through leading and supporting key projects
Provide input on projects involving parts and material selection, documentation (OJT and SOP creation), testing, problem solving, maintenance requirements, project scope, and follow-up
Provide technical support during machine change-overs for different package sizes and set up packaging lines to ensure smooth startups and increased production efficiency
Initiate and participate in Root Cause Analysis to address recurring issues and implement effective solutions
Provide training related to the maintenance and operation of mechanical and automated equipment, ensuring compliance with company standards, procedures, and government regulations (SOPs, GMPs, etc.)
Oversee that cleaning is completed within EHS and/or GMP requirements
Establish and enhance operational processes through the application of Lean principles and methodologies and systematic troubleshooting techniques
Serve as a subject matter expert and on-going technical resource to the operating units to maximize production efficiency

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Lean ManufacturingEquipment TroubleshootingDiagnosticsPackaging EquipmentFillersPick & Place RobotsCartonersCase PackersLabelersPrintersOEEGMPEHSSOP CreationMachine Changeovers

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience and education are required for the Lead Process Technician role?

A trade certification or degree in engineering, automation, or a related technical field is strongly preferred, along with 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment, especially with highly automated pharmaceutical equipment.

What key skills are needed for this position?

Candidates need strong mechanical aptitude and advanced troubleshooting skills, familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles, understanding of safety, compliance, and regulatory standards in pharmaceutical operations, and effective communication and team collaboration skills.

Is this a remote position, or what is the work arrangement?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Lead Process Technician position?

Strong candidates will have 10+ years of experience with highly automated pharmaceutical packaging equipment, advanced troubleshooting skills, Lean Manufacturing knowledge, and the ability to train others while ensuring GMP compliance.