Label Printing Specialist (Finance)

The Label Printing Specialist is responsible for the accurate and compliant printing of labels for medical devices, ensuring all labeling meets regulatory requirements, internal quality standards, and production schedules. This position plays a critical role in maintaining traceability, patient safety, and product integrity through precise and controlled labeling processes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Operate label printing systems (thermal transfer, digital, laser, or inkjet printers) in accordance with validated procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Print, inspect, and verify product labels per batch records and regulatory guidelines (FDA, EU MDR, ISO 13485 , etc.).
• Ensure printed labels meet product specifications, including correct content, layout, barcode readability, and print quality.
• Maintain strict control of label inventory and reconciliation to prevent labeling mix-ups and ensure traceability.
• Collaborate with Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs to implement and maintain compliant labeling procedures.
• Record printing activities and complete necessary documentation for traceability and audits.
• Participate in internal and external audits related to labeling processes.
• Troubleshoot labeling equipment and perform basic maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Ensure a clean and controlled environment in accordance with cleanroom or labeling area protocols.
• Keep working areas per the 5'S methodology (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain) clean and organized.
• Comprehensive understanding of all applicable MSOP's, QCSOP's, GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices), and line clearance requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation per GDP (Good Documentation Practices) by filling out work orders correctly and accurately recording accepted and rejected quantities.
• Follow and understand FIFO (First IN First OUT) methodology.
• Listen and communicate effectively with Technicians, Assistant Engineers, Project Managers and Supervisors about any production, quality, function or safety issues.
• Identify and scrap defects per Zeiss quality standards.
• Provide input on corrective actions.
• Complete assigned cleaning duties three to five times a week as instructed by the production supervisors.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as assigned.

Quality:

• Ensure that all finished labels meet quality standards and specifications.
• Maintain a production environment that complies and follows all quality standards and government regulated standards.
• Performs the manufacturing process according to MSOP's & MPI's.
• Performs in-process inspection according to QCSOP's & QIS.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required . Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High School Graduate or GED

• 1 year of Experience printing barcode and UDI-compliant labels for medical devices or equivalent experience .

• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement processes.

• Understanding of quality systems, document control, and deviation reporting.

• Ability to follow strict documentation practices and attention to detail.

• Basic mechanical aptitude for operating and troubleshooting printing equipment.

• Proficiency with computers and basic office software (Word, Excel, ERP systems like SAP or Oracle).

• Experience with label design and printing software preferred (e.g., BarTender ) .

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:
Clara Cresswell

Zeiss provides Equal Employment Opportunity without unlawful regard to an Applicants race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, citizen status, sexual orientation, pregnancy (includes childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition), genetic predisposition, carrier status, gender expression or identity, including transgender identity, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law of the employee (or the people with whom the employee associates, including relatives and friends).