Manufacturing Associate Packaging (Multiple Shifts)

Aquestive Therapeutics; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquestive Therapeutics in Portage, Indiana, seeks a Packaging Specialist to ensure quality inspection and compliance during the packaging process. You will support packaging operators and perform in-process checks, ensuring safety and efficacy standards are met.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a regulated environment. Various shift availability is a must. This role upholds the company's drug-free workplace policy and requires a drug test and background check.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree desired.
• Basic mathematical skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
• Willingness to work various shifts in a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a cGMP area.
• Document required information to ensure compliance.
• Perform in-process checks efficiently.
• Support packaging operators in batch processes.
• Inspect and seal finished products.

Skills

Effective communication

Basic mathematical skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary:

Follows the lead of the Packaging Specialists during the packaging of a batch and during the closing of a batch. Inspects the finished product before placing the finished product into a carton. Checks the quality of the finished product by performing in-process checks and documenting findings in batch record. Notifies Quality and Production Supervisors if the product fails the required specifications.

Responsibilities:

• Maintains a cGMP area.
• Follows all required SOPs and work instructions and safety procedures.
• Documents all required information to ensure compliance.
• Performs in process checks efficiently.
• Supports packaging operators during the opening and closing of a batch.
• Places finished product into cartons and seals.
• Supports engineering studies.
• Supports weekly and monthly cleans.
• Follows all DEA requirements to ensure compliance to regulations.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required; college degree desired for future opportunities within Aquestive.
• Possess basic mathematical skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Desire to work in fast paced, heavily regulated environment that requires significant attention to detail; high degree of accuracy and utmost integrity to ensure the safety and efficacy of our products.
• Willingness to work various shifts in a 24/7 operation.
• Strong attention to detail to ensure effective inspection.
• Willingness to be proactive; comfortable in raising concerns regarding inspection results.
• Ability to take specific direction, with no room for error.
• Ability to work in a team environment, and collaborate effectively across teams, functions and shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

As part of Aquestive’s employment process, final candidate will be required to complete a drug test and background check prior to employment commencing. Please Note: Aquitive is a drug-free workplace and has a drug free workplace policy in place.

Aquestive provides equal employment opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.