Manufacturing Product & Packaging Group Lead - Day Shift

Merck & Co.; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 35,817 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short-term incentive opportunities

401(k) matching contribution

Comprehensive health insurance benefits

Job summary

Merck & Co. in Piscataway Township, New Jersey, is seeking a Group Leader to oversee the manufacturing process of pharmaceutical batches. The role demands strong leadership in validating production processes and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Ideal candidates should have at least three years of manufacturing experience in the Pharmaceutical or Medical Device industry, a committed approach to quality and detail, and the ability to effectively manage resources across multiple shifts.

Qualifications

• 3 years or more in Manufacturing experience in the Pharmaceutical or Medical Device industry.
• Ability to adhere to safety and protective gear requirements.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain cleanliness and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the manufacturing process of batches.
• Verify product and packaging components prior to operations.
• Adhere to manufacturing schedules and ensure compliance.
• Calibrate equipment and clean in compliance with cGMP standards.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Compliance with cGMP standards

Education

High School or GED

Job description

Description

The Group Leader is responsible for leading the manufacturing process of batches. In addition, the Group Leader will perform and demonstrate the actual methods and procedures to produce the products utilizing state of the art processing systems. These systems include sophisticated recipe‑controlled human machine interface (HMI) control systems.

Essential Functions

• Verify all product and packaging/manufacturing components prior to the start of operations and entry into the packaging room. Check and confirm the product, ousters, and labels against the product specifications outlined in the batch record, work order, and packaging record. Ensure accurate data entry in all logbooks and confirm the completion of documentation for each batch
• Initiate the batch record according to the production schedule and verify the staging status of the upcoming batch for each line. Print and inspect shipper case labels to ensure accuracy. Ensure 100% label reconciliation, verify results with the vision system report, and submit all reviewed documentation to Quality Assurance in a timely manner
• Adhere to the manufacturing schedule based on the shipping forecast. Ensure proper status identification of manufacturing components in the manufacturing/packaging rooms throughout the process. Responsible for the disposal of rejected material and packaging components in accordance with established procedures
• Verify the calibration status of all equipment before use. Perform equipment setup, operation, and cleaning in compliance with cGMP standards. Promptly complete all ROSS transactions and strategically schedule personnel to ensure an efficient process across the manufacturing rooms.
• Must adhere to Amneal Packaging CAPAs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Always wear appropriate safety and protective gear and comply with the designated dress code requirements.
• Maintain focus throughout the manufacturing/packaging process to prevent mix‑ups and cross‑contamination. Ensure all rooms remain clean, organized, and compliant at all times.

Additional Requirements

Day Shift - 12-hour per day, rotating schedule (6:00am-6:30pm) 3 days on week 1 and 4 days on week 2 of pay cycle (This includes working every other weekend)

Education

• High School or GED - Required

Experience

• 3 years or more in Manufacturing experience in the Pharmaceutical or Medical Device industry

Compensation and Benefits

The hourly rate for this position ranges from $26.00-$32.00 per hour. In addition, Amneal offers a short‑term incentive opportunity, such as a bonus or performance‑based award, as well as a long‑term incentive award, such as restricted stock units, with this position within the first 12 months. Amneal ranges reflect the Company’s good faith estimate of what Amneal reasonably believes that it will pay for said position at the time of the posting. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors, including but not limited to, qualifications, experience, geographic location and other relevant skills. At the heart of our Total Rewards commitment is a comprehensive, flexible and competitive benefits program for eligible positions that enables you to choose the plans and coverage that meet your personal needs. This includes above‑market, diverse and robust health and insurance benefits to meet the varied needs of our employees as well as a significant 401(k) matching contribution to help our employees save for retirement. We also promote employee well‑being with programs that help you enjoy your career alongside life’s many other commitments and opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Amneal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process or to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Requests will be handled confidentially and in accordance with applicable laws.