Inspection and Packaging Technician I (1st Shift)

SUN PHARMA; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN PHARMA in Massachusetts is seeking a 1st shift packaging associate (6:00 AM - 2:30 PM) to visually inspect, label and package pharmaceutical products, including liquids and lyophilized forms. You will operate semi-automatic inspection equipment, label applicators, and box imprinting machines, maintain records, follow SOPs, and help keep the cleanroom and packaging area safe.

Requires a High School diploma or GED and a biotechnology certificate is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Biotechnology certificate preferred or equivalent experience.
• Ability to visually inspect small print/printed labels.
• Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently or in a group setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing visual inspections, labeling, assembling and packaging of liquids, suspensions, and lyophilized pharmaceutical 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

Skills

Visual inspection

Attention to detail

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Biotechnology certificate

Job description

Job Summary

This position is for 1st shift 6:00AM -2:30PM

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