Sr Pkg Assoc

**Packaging Associate Levels I - III** **Fareva** is currently seeking experienced **Packaging Associates** to work 1^st^ and 2^nd^ shift. Additionally, successful candidates will be required to work mandatory over-time. Fareva is a leading contract manufacturer of pharmaceutical and personal care products. We are located at intersection of Darbytown Road and Laburnum Avenue in Eastern Henrico County. Fareva Richmond Inc. employs 600+ full time employees. Comfortable climate controlled facility covering over 745,000 square feet. **Requirements:** - Must successfully pass background/drug screening - Flexibility to work on 1^st^ for specific time periods when needed, and ability to work mandatory overtime. - Requires 1+ years of Packaging experience - To qualify must pass Work Keys assessments **Job Responsibilities:** - Product/packaging component inspection - Label application/insertion - Container/carton counting and filling - Supplying materials for processing - Machine operation and packing of final product - Keeps working area in a clean and orderly condition according to PPG's and 5S principles - Verify label samples - Completes all documentation clearly and legibly - Observes line operations to detect malfunctions and reports problems to Packaging Production Technician or the Supervisor. - Performs other routine tasks including those that the employee is trained on outside their current job responsibilities - Adheres strictly to all cGMP's, PPG's, and safety procedures to ensure the quality and integrity of products and safety of employees - Reports all accidents, incidents and near misses to supervision immediately - Works within the team environment to rotate job assignments to facilitate cross training and keep skills current. - Actively participates in team activities including continuous improvement efforts, cost reduction initiatives and process improvements. - Maintains training on all equipment used including; set-up, operation, troubleshooting & shutdown, as well as training on PPG's, batch record & documentation requirements. - Assists in the training of new employees **Education and Experience:** - High school Diploma or Equivalent - Minimum 1+ years’ experience as a Packaging Experience **Skills and Abilities:** - Must successfully complete required skills tests including Fareva’s basic computer navigation and Work Keys skills assessments. - The ability to perform all packaging related activities on the packaging line, or lines to which incumbent has been assigned. - Must demonstrate an ability to work at the line speeds as specified in company production standard - Must be able to read, demonstrate math ability and understanding, comprehend and follow written and oral instructions, have ability to visually verify steps in packaging process; and possess good eye/hand coordination - Exceptionally close attention to detail is required to prevent error and loss of components and product, to prevent accidents, and to comply with all cGMPs and procedures - Considerable attention to the running of the work centers is required to prevent loss/damage to equipment. - Positions require extended standing, lifting (up to 35 lbs.), bending, twisting, hand dexterity, depth perception, color vision, and travel up and down the assigned work area. **Compensation and Benefits:** - Compensation is commensurate with experience - Company paid benefits Short Term Disability, Life&AD&D Insurance 1xsalay - Medical, Dental, and Vision (after completion of 30 days) Job Type: Full-time