Packaging Operator - 2nd Shift
About the role
As part of our Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) operations, the Packaging Operator plays a critical role in the final stages of pharmaceutical product manufacturing. This position is responsible for packaging finished products, operating packaging equipment, performing visual inspections, and ensuring products conform to established quality and regulatory specifications. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and committed to maintaining compliance within a GMP-regulated environment.
Responsibilities
- Complete required training on gowning procedures and entry/exit protocols for designated production areas.
- Perform packaging operations on packaging lines, including equipment setup, assembly, disassembly, preparation, and adjustments of labeling and packaging machinery.
- Visually inspect labels, packaging components, and finished goods to ensure conformance to specifications and quality standards.
- Manually label and package finished goods according to specifications when automated machinery is unavailable.
- Maintain accurate and complete batch records, forms, logbooks, and related documentation in accordance with Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
- Ensure proper labeling, handling, and disposal of hazardous waste generated from packaging operations.
- Assist team members in manufacturing areas as needed to support production goals.
- Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment, including packaging equipment, tools, and workstations.
- Adhere to all applicable SOPs, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), ISO requirements, and company policies.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- No prior experience required; training will be provided.
- Previous experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or manufacturing industry is preferred.
Skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Demonstrated initiative and manual dexterity.
- Ability to stand continuously for two or more hours.
- Ability to safely operate material handling equipment and follow all safety procedures.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to work overtime as required to meet production demands.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
- Voluntary Accident, Hospital, Pet
- 401K
- Generous Time Off Structure including PTO, Holidays, Sick & Personal
Pay
Target Pay Range: $20-22/hour + 10% Differential when working on 2nd Shift (2 PM - 10:30 PM). Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.
About us
Join a growing CDMO organization dedicated to helping bring life-changing therapies and products to market. We offer a collaborative environment, comprehensive training, opportunities for advancement, and a commitment to quality, safety, and employee success.
Founded in 1873 in Zofingen, Switzerland, Siegfried has grown into a global network of 16 sites across three continents. With a team of more than 4,200 highly skilled professionals, we take the innovations of our pharmaceutical customers to industrial scale and manufacture safe drugs for patients worldwide. As a fully integrated CDMO, Siegfried is one of the few organizations today that can carry out the development and manufacturing of APIs and finished dosage forms under one roof.