Label Technician (1st Shift)

Sharp Services, LLC; Conshohocken, Northern (Montgomery County, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharp Packaging Services in Conshohocken, PA seeks a Label Technician to prepare internal labels, print finished labels for clinicals and pallets, and ensure accurate documentation across in-process and finished products.

The role requires strong computer skills, experience with label printers, and knowledge of FDA/cGMPs, with responsibilities including printer maintenance, audit support, and training peers to replace you.

Qualifications

• Associates or bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years related experience or HS degree with 4–6 years related experience.
• Experience in label generation for pharmaceutical or related industry is desired.
• Knowledge of FDA regulations related to cGMPs.
• Knowledge in quality control/assurance.
• Good documentation and communication skills.
• Good organizational and planning skills.
• Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge in label generation software, EasyLabel.

Responsibilities

• Prepare internal labels for in-process work and component identification.
• Prepare finished labels for clinicals, pallet identification and finished products.
• Document evaluation of all labels.
• Operate label printers and perform minor printer maintenance.
• Verify printer clearance before proceeding to next run.
• Train designated peers as replacement as requested.
• Order labeling supplies to keep the label room functioning.

Skills

Label generation

Printer operation

FDA/cGMP knowledge

Documentation skills

Microsoft Office Suite

EasyLabel software

Education

Associates or bachelor’s degree

HS degree + 4–6 years related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

EasyLabel

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsibilities include preparation, inspection, documentation and distribution of labels used during the packaging process. Proficiency in the use of computer systems and printer use and maintenance are also required. Must have the ability to prioritize the printing of label and a critical detailed review of each run. Additionally, participation in internal, external or regulatory audits will be required at the discretion of senior management. Scope of the position includes all Sharp facilities. The impact of label printing could expose the company to significant risks or economic loss.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following is a list of minimum responsibilities related to the Label Technician position. Other duties may also be assigned. Responsible for preparation of internal labels associated with in-process work and component identification. Responsible for the preparation of finished labels associated with clinicals, pallet identification and finished products. Responsible for documented evaluation of all labels. Responsible for use of the associated printers as applicable to the specific label run. Responsible for minor maintenance of the printers used for all label runs. Responsible for verification of clearance of label printers prior to proceeding to the next label run. Responsible for training of designated peers as a replacement. This is completed at management’s request. Responsible for ordering labeling supplies as required to assure functionality of the label room is not impacted.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

PREFERRED / REQUIRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Associates or bachelor’s is required with two to four years related experience and/or training, or High School Degree with four to six years related experience and/or training.

Experience in label generation for pharmaceutical or related industry is desired.

• General knowledge of FDA regulations related to cGMPs.
• General knowledge of quality control/assurance.
• Good documentation and communication skills
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge in the use of label generation software, i.e. EasyLabel

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is normally required to sit at a desk or periodically go onto the shop floor. The working environment is clean and not normally subject to hazardous environment or conditions.

DISCLAIMER

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Sharp Packaging Services works across the world to create unique commercial and clinical packaging solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. We are made up of two dynamic international divisions, Sharp Packaging Solutions and Sharp Clinical Services. Together our 1,600-strong team works from state-of-the-art facilities in the United States, United Kingdom, Belgium and the Netherlands. We’ve built an exceptional global reputation for the design, serialisation and production of innovative, cost-effective compliance packaging for even the most complex products. Our extensive range includes blister packs, bottles, pouches and stick packs, but our expertise goes far beyond, enabling us to support your product through every stage of design, development, manufacture and delivery. Our clinical services division is one of the world’s leading providers of innovative clinical supply chain services, with a talented and highly experienced team that can handle every aspect of your supply chain. Our work spans everything from drug development and manufacturing to clinical supplies packaging, labelling, distribution, Qualified Person auditing and comparator sourcing.