Packaging Operator (Contract)

Packaging Operator (Contract)


Company
Aquila Talent Solutions
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
20–21 an hour
Posted
6 days ago
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Are you ready to join a growing, global drug development and manufacturing organization that puts people first? Come to Adare! We work closely with our pharmaceutical industry partners during all phases of drug development and commercial manufacturing with a mission of improving the lives of patients and medicines essential to people all over the world. Every role within Adare offers you a unique, customized experience with a chance to make a real impact that is critical to our success. With the help of people like you dedicated to our mission, Adare is transforming lives by transforming drug delivery!

Join our mission at Adare!

We are seeking to hire a Packaging Operator to join our Packaging Team…
β€’ *If any of the below describes you, we would love to meet you!
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β€’ *JOB SUMMARY
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The Packing Operator will report to the Packaging Supervisor and will perform solid oral dose bottle packaging activities.
β€’ *ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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β€’ Performs routing checks to ensure that the quality standards are met and that no violations to cGMP's occur during the operation of assigned machines.
β€’ Takes the initiative, to set the slat pattern and efficiently operate the filling machine at the required speed.
β€’ Able to disassemble the Slat Filler, clean the parts, and re-assemble the Slat Filler machine.
β€’ Loads and efficiently operates the MGS Topserter at the required speed.
β€’ Changes labels on the Labeler and efficiently operates Labeler at the required speeds.
β€’ Informs the Line Leader and Mechanics of any packaging line machinery problems to maintain peak efficiency.
β€’ Must perform and successfully complete all SOP trainings in Veeva.
β€’ Must be able to pack and scan all finished products to comply with serialization regulations.
β€’ Must be able to work and communicate with other employees in a team environment.
β€’ Works as part of a team helping department team members achieve departmental goals.
β€’ Performs other duties as assigned.
β€’ *REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
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β€’ High school diploma of GED equivalent; or at least 6 month’s related manufacturing experience and/or training
β€’ GMP experience is preferred
β€’ Sufficient reading and writing skills
β€’ Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
β€’ Apply common sense understanding to carry out special instructions on various packaging applications.
β€’ *PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to stand, walk, pick up, and carry various packaging components and supplies; up to 25 pounds at times.
β€’ Adare Pharma is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status.
β€’ PRINCIPALS ONLYNO AGENCIES OR THIRD PARTIES

You should be proficient in:
β€’ Warehouse Experience
β€’ Packaging Experience
β€’ Machine Setups for Production Runs

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