Manufacturing Technician

Alvogen; City of Norwich (NY); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug coverage

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement savings program

Paid time off (112 hours to start)

13 company recognized paid holidays

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in New York seeks a Manufacturing & Packaging Technician to ensure quality and safety in production. You will set up and operate machinery, inspect products, and follow safety protocols. A high school diploma is required along with mechanical aptitude and industrial experience, preferably in pharmaceutical or food industries. This full-time role offers a competitive hourly rate and an extensive benefits package including medical coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Industrial experience in manufacturing or packaging, preferably in pharmaceutical/food industries.
• Ability to follow SOPs and work safely with personal protective equipment.
• Willingness to work across (3) different shifts or extended hours.

Responsibilities

• Set up equipment and tend machines for production of pharmaceutical products.
• Inspect, weigh, and test ingredients for accuracy and quality.
• Transport materials within the manufacturing process.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Logical thinking

Strong literacy

Math skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Trade School Certification or College degree in Mechanical/Technical Discipline

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Summary Of Position

The Manufacturing & Packaging Technician is responsible for the semi‑finished or finished product by using required skills to operate, adjust, clean and set‑up equipment in order to maintain quality, safety and regulatory standards for the production and distribution of pharmaceutical products.

Organization Structure

The Manufacturing & Packaging Technician reports to the Operations Line Manager.

Responsibilities

• Sets‑up equipment and tends machines to produce a variety of pharmaceutical products
• Inspects, weighs and tests ingredients and finished products to ensure accuracy and quality
• Transports materials, ingredients, compounds, products and supplies into and out of manufacturing modules to facilitate the manufacturing process
• Loads ingredients into machine for manufacturing process
• Unloads manufactured product from machines
• Cleans manufacturing equipment and modules for regular housekeeping and product changeovers
• Performs data entry to ensure accuracy

Essential Functions

• Physical ability to perform tasks that may require prolonged standing, sitting, walking, bending, kneeling, squatting, twisting, pushing and pulling.
• Reach and perform work above the head.
• Use hands for fine manipulation and repetitive tasks.
• Climb stairs/ladders/platforms, etc. on equipment for purposes of operating, maintaining and troubleshooting.
• Lift objects up to 40 pounds without assistance or over 40 pounds with assistance.
• Manipulate, tip, roll, and place a drum weighing up to 200 pounds onto scales and pallets.
• Use basic hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, and other hand tools as required.
• Operate high speed equipment.
• Use basic math skills for batch record calculations & analyze data.
• Operate a computer to input and access data.
• Troubleshoot and replace basic equipment components.Meet the requirements of safe operation and personal safety by understanding and properly using required personal protective equipment including PAPR and following safe practices.
• Give and discern the various visual and audible alarms and signals for equipment startup, evacuation, fires, etc.
• Read and apply SOP’s (Standard Operating Procedures) to daily work to meet cGMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) compliance.
• The ability to effectively participate in decision making processes incorporating the following skill: Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Planning, Effective Communications, Time Management & Priority Setting.
• Maintain accurate records and data.
• Read, write legibly, and comprehend high school level material, as well as technical training materials on various operations and systems in the language that is the accepted norm for the site.
• Know and use the terminology and functions of machines and components.
• Maintain acceptable attendance.
• Comply with random drug testing.
• Work overtime as required as needed.

Qualifications

• Full Time Position
• High School Diploma/GED
• Trade School Certification or College degree in Mechanical/Technical Discipline – Desired
• Industrial experience desired in manufacturing or packaging (or in pharmaceutical/food industries)
• Mechanical aptitude & Logical Thinking
• Strong literacy
• Documentation of work
• Math Skills
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to be willing to work across (3) different shifts or extended work hours

GMP Decision-Making Authority

The Manufacturing/Packaging Technician must follow and comply with all cGMP process/procedures.

Compensation & Benefits

The anticipated base hourly rate for this position is $18.00. This position is eligible for Alvogen’s annual discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits package, consisting of medical and prescription drug coverage (two PPO plans and an HDHP with Health Savings Account and employer contribution), dental, vision, flexible spending accounts. Alvogen’s benefits package also includes a retirement savings program, long‑term care coverage, paid time off (112 hours to start) inclusive of sick time, disability benefits, life insurance, a wellness program, and 13 company recognized paid holidays per year. We anticipate this position will be posted on 02/26/2026 and remain open for at least 30 days. To apply, select the apply button and submit your application.

Equal Opportunity Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.