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Inspection and Packaging Technician I - 2nd shift
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What they do
A Packaging Machine Operator operates and maintains machinery which packages a product or products at a production or manufacturing facility, or a distribution hub.
$42,446 / year median in Massachusetts
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary This position is for 2nd shift 1:30PM - 10:00PM
Assist in visually inspecting, labeling and packaging pharmaceutical products. Area Of Responsibility Assists in performing visual inspections, labeling, assembling and packaging of liquids, suspensions, and lyophilized pharmaceutical and dermatological products in vials, ampoules etc.
Cleans up labeling and packaging assembly equipment and facility as needed
Comply with all policies and procedures related to personal safety and job area safety
Maintains manufacturing records and completes all required paperwork/documents to comply with Federal Regulations and FDA
Reports variance or deviations from standard procedures to department management
Stocks materials utilized by the department
Operates semi-automatic inspection machine, vial label applicator and box imprinting machines
Other duties as assigned
Work Conditions:
Controlled unclassified manufacturing/production area
Warehouse office
Possible exposure to hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals
Physical Requirements:
Stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach or push with hands and arms, talk and hear
Use of repetitive motion, unimpaired manual dexterity
Close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to focus
Correctable 20/20 vision
Ability to visually inspect small products and print
Be able to sit at workstation for up to 50 minutes at a sitting for up to 8 hours per day Requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (lab coat, hairnet, booties, and gloves)
Lifts up to 35lbs. Travel Estimate Up to 0% Education and Job Qualification High School Diploma or GED required
Biotechnology certificate preferred or equivalent experience
Ability to visually inspect small print/printed labels
Ability to visually inspect liquid and lyophilized pharmaceutical products for small particles
Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions/procedures in English
Ability to work independently or in a group setting Experience Minimum 0-2 years related experience
Familiarity with, and the ability to follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Master Batch Records, and adhere consistently to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
Works under direct guidance of the supervisor
Basic math skills
Basic computer skills
Benefits
- Dental Insurance