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Packing Technician / Machine Setter3375 Schering-Plough Animal Health Limited • Upper Hutt, Wellington, NZ
Packing Technician / Machine Setter

Packing Technician / Machine Setter

3375 Schering-Plough Animal Health Limited • Upper Hutt, Wellington, NZ
30+ days ago
Job description

Job Description

Packing Technician / Machine Setter

  • Opportunity : Permanent, full-time role with a global Animal Health leader
  • Location : NZ, Wellington (Upper Hutt)
  • Benefits : Competitive salary and benefits
  • Team : Supportive, welcoming environment
  • Growth : Career development and upskilling opportunities
  • Industry : Work on-site with cutting-edge manufacturing standards in a growing industry

Join our supportive Manufacturing Team at Upper Hutt, producing animal vaccines for global export. This hands-on role combines packing line duties with machine setup, ideal for someone mechanically inclined, physically able, and detail focused.

What You’ll Do

  • Operate on the Packing line as a trained team member, adhering to Standard Operating Procedures and GMP standards
  • Carry out product and machine changeovers
  • Review, author, and maintain SOPs, batch records, and worksheets
  • Investigate deviations using problem-solving skills
  • Communicate effectively with team and departments to maintain smooth workflow
  • Promote a strong EHS (Environment, Health, and Safety) culture in all activities
  • What You Must Have

  • Experience in a manufacturing / packing line environment
  • Mechanical aptitude with machine setting experience preferred
  • Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) preferred
  • Strong written communication, numeracy, and computer skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SAP)
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Attention to detail and strong organisational skills
  • Experience writing technical reports and deviation investigations is a plus
  • What You Can Expect

  • Autonomy to take charge of your work, backed by a supportive global Animal Health leader
  • Exciting opportunities to grow your skills and advance your career
  • A role with plenty of variety throughout your day , keeping your work engaging and rewarding
  • Join a friendly, collaborative team where your ideas and energy matter
  • We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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    Current Contingent Workers apply HERE

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    Employee Status : Regular

    Relocation : VISA Sponsorship :

    Travel Requirements :

    Flexible Work Arrangements :

    Not Applicable

    Shift :

    Valid Driving License :

    Hazardous Material(s) :

    Required Skills :

    Communication, Computer Literacy, Detail-Oriented, EHS Compliance, Equipment Maintenance, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Machinery Operation, Maintenance Processes, Manufacturing Quality Control, Production Operations, Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Writing, Troubleshooting, Vaccine Production

    Preferred Skills :

    Job Posting End Date :

    09 / 11 / 2025

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