Packaging/Labeling Technician III (1st, 2nd, & 3rd Shifts Available)
As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
About the role
This position is located at our Allentown, PA site within the Clinical Trials Division. The facility supports global clinical supply chain services, including labeling, packaging, and distribution of investigational medicinal products in a cGMP-regulated environment. The Technician III is responsible for executing advanced clinical labeling and packaging operations with minimal supervision, ensuring compliance with cGMP, SOPs, and regulatory requirements. This role supports high-quality, on-time delivery of clinical trial materials that directly impact patient safety and study success.
Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and monitor labeling and packaging equipment while ensuring adherence to batch records, work instructions, and quality standards
- Perform and document line clearances, in-process checks, reconciliation activities, and batch record review to ensure compliance and inspection readiness
- Identify and troubleshoot process or equipment issues, escalate as needed, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and Right First Time execution
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing, operations, production, lab, or a related environment
- Solid understanding of cGMP requirements, GDP (Good Documentation Practices), and quality systems
- Ability to follow detailed instructions, execute batch records, and maintain accurate documentation with a high degree of accuracy
- Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting packaging/labeling equipment
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Basic computer proficiency (e.g., MS Office, electronic batch systems, ERP systems)
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions
- Ability to lift, push, and pull materials up to 40 lbs with or without accommodation
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a cGMP-regulated environment
- Experience working in a cleanroom environment
- Experience with labeling and/or packaging operations in a pharmaceutical or clinical supply setting
Environmental Conditions
- Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance
- Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards
- Cleanroom: no hair products, jewelry, makeup, nail polish, perfume, exposed piercings, facial hair etc. allowed
- Cold Room/Freezers: -22°F / -6°C
- Fluctuating temperatures (hot/cold)
- Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)
- Standing for full shift
- Work performed in a controlled manufacturing and/or cleanroom environment requiring appropriate gowning and adherence to safety and quality procedures
- May require shift work, overtime, or weekend support based on business needs
Schedule
- First Shift: 6:15am-2:45pm
- Second Shift: 3pm-11pm
- Third Shift: 11pm-7:30am
Pay
$21.75/hr (10% Shift Differential for 2nd Shift, 15% Shift Differential for 3rd Shift)
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Performance Related Bonus where eligible
- Annual merit performance-based increase
- Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits
- Paid Time Off / Annual Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- 401(k) with company match (if applicable)