Manufacturing Technician II, Packaging

Front Door Defense; West Chester Township (OH); On-site; USD 30,307 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

Resilience is seeking a Manufacturing Technician II, Packaging to operate and optimize the packaging line in West Chester Township, OH, ensuring on-spec and compliant product in a cGMP environment.

You will perform equipment setup, line clearance, in-process monitoring, cleaning, batch records, and participate in 5S and kaizen to drive continuous improvement. Overtime may be required; strong teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or cGMP regulated environment.
• Strong English reading/writing and ability to follow instructions.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate packaging machinery, service machines, monitor status, and ensure flow of product.
• Set up equipment, select recipes, data entry in SCADA/HMI, adjust as needed.
• Perform manual packaging, hand packaging, and rework of in-process material.
• Handle light material movement with pallet jacks and lifts.
• Conduct visual quality inspection and sample in-process materials.
• Troubleshoot minor jams and equipment defects.
• Collaborate with technical staff to resolve issues.
• Maintain inventory and reconciliation; use SAP and WES as needed.
• Maintain cGMP clean environment; batch records and SOPs.
• Acquire required certifications and train others as needed.
• Overtime may be required.

Skills

English proficiency

Attention to detail

Documentation

Team collaboration

LEAN manufacturing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

SCADA

HMI

Job description

Manufacturing Technician II, Packaging

Operate and optimize the packaging line to ensure compliant, on-spec product

Location: West Chester Township, Ohio

Compensation: $22 - 32 USD / hour

About The Role

Packaging Technician

A career at Resilience is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to change the future. Resilience is a technology-focused biomanufacturing company that's changing the way medicine is made. We're building a sustainable network of high-tech, end-to-end manufacturing solutions to better withstand disruptive events, serve scientific discovery, and reach those in need.

This position will require working in various controlled/non-classified areas. The Packaging Technician performs a variety of manufacturing tasks (operates equipment, performs in-process monitoring, line clearances, cosmetic inspection, cleaning and completes batch record entries) and supports improvement activities (5S, participate in problem-solving and kaizen events, manual data collection) to achieve a prescribed level of purity, quality, and consistency in product and work output in accordance with cGMPs.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform the duties of operating assigned machinery consisting of servicing machines with materials, monitoring equipment status, reintroduction of materials, manually palletizing finished materials, and assuring a smooth flow of product.
• Be able to start-up machinery including equipment set-up, perform recipe selection and data entry on manufacturing computerized system (SCADA and HMI), make minor adjustments, and perform critical sensor challenges.
• Perform manual packaging tasks as required including hand packaging and rework of in-process and finished material.
• Operate light material handling equipment (motorized and manual pallet jacks, non-motorized lifts) as the need arises to safely move, store or deliver material to the proper location.
• Perform visual quality inspection and sampling of in-process materials. Promptly elevate concerns to lead and process facilitator as needed.
• Perform minor troubleshooting including clearing minor jams and identifying equipment defects.
• Work collaboratively with technical resources to resolve equipment issues as needed.
• Perform inventory control and reconciliation activities, which may require the use of SAP and WES in a limited role.
• Perform cleaning, housekeeping and line clearance activities for assigned areas to maintain a cGMP environment. This includes assembling, disassembling, and sanitizing various packaging equipment.
• Perform batch record and GMP documentation entries. Perform mathematical computation as needed.
• Be familiar with job‑related safety procedures and hazards including PPEs, ergonomics, LOTO, human safety, material handling, chemical handling, and spill controls. Report all discrepancies to process facilitator.
• Perform work requirements in a responsible manner, in accordance with SOPs, cGMPs and established safety and quality procedures.
• Support lean activities and process improvement work such as performing 5S in the work area, participating in problem-solving, and manually tracking performance data for OEE and process improvement analysis.
• Act as a certified OJT trainer on the team on assigned equipment and process tasks. Train and conduct evaluations on other team members for training qualifications.
• Review process documents such as operational SOPs, forms, and batch records for accuracy.
• Identify and provide suggestions for process improvement while maintaining quality and cGMP compliance as opportunities arise.
• Execute protocols as required as a part of equipment qualification and process validation work.
• Be flexible and support other work areas within the manufacturing team as needed.
• Perform all other assigned duties with minimal supervision under the direction of the process facilitator or designee as needed.
• Acquire and maintain all required certifications and qualifications for the assigned work area.
• Capable and motivated to learn new skills and develop new capabilities on an on‑going basis to contribute to the success of the process execution team.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment. Candidate should possess the ability to work in and adapt to a changing/demanding environment.
• Some overtime may be required with minimal advance notice to support business needs.

Minimum Requirements

• Experience in a pharmaceutical or cGMP regulated environment
• Must have the ability to effectively understand, read, write, communicate, and follow instructions in the English language
• Good attention to detail is required. Individual must be capable of keeping accurate records and performing mathematical calculations

Preferred Background

• High school graduate, vocational school graduate or equivalent
• Working knowledge of Microsoft applications and SAP
• Prior production experience
• Experience working in a LEAN manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of cGMPs and FDA policies/procedures

Sponsorship or support for work authorization, including visas, is not available for this position.

Resilience is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or characteristic, or other non‑job‑related characteristics or other prohibited grounds specified in applicable federal, state, and local laws. Requests for reasonable accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process.

Resilience offers employees a robust total rewards program including an annual cash bonus program, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match and our benefits package which is thoughtfully designed to support our employees with great healthcare (including medical, dental and vision), family building benefits, life and disability insurance, flexible time off, paid holidays, other paid leaves of absence, tuition reimbursement and support for caregiving needs. Our target base pay hiring range for this position is $21.50 - $32.00 per hour. Actual base pay is dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate's geographical location, relevant experience, qualifications, skills and knowledge. Excited about Resilience and the biomanufacturing revolution? We encourage you to apply and start a conversation with one of our recruiters.