Operator I - Packaging Machine

Cencora; Kentucky; On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a Packaging Operator for American Health Packaging to support pharmaceutical packaging operations in the US. The role involves preparing materials, operating packaging equipment, and ensuring batch records meet quality standards.

Responsibilities include machine setup, troubleshooting, sanitation, and collaboration with maintenance and quality teams. Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of manufacturing experience; shift is Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm

Qualifications

• Must read, write and understand English on production documents and labels.
• Basic mathematical skills for batch records and calculations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work within a team.
• Detail-oriented with good organizational habits.
• Ability to exercise good judgment to follow detailed instructions.
• Basic problem solving for production issues.
• Ability to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Verify and prepare repackaging materials and equipment for each production run.
• Set up/changeover packaging machines following SOPs and work instructions.
• Operate packaging equipment, troubleshoot, and escalate when necessary.
• Repackage raw materials into finished products within specifications and quality standards.
• Collaborate with maintenance for mechanical issues needing support.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the production area and equipment.
• Record batch information accurately using basic math and documents.
• Engage in ongoing training and compliance activities as part of the operations team.
• Follow cGMPs, safety rules and SOPs; maintain good housekeeping.
• Work with quality and other support areas to resolve production issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to boost efficiency.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

English reading/writing

Basic math

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Good judgment

Problem solving

Overtime readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere.

Job Details

This role is in support of American Health Packaging, a Cencora business offering pharma packaging services in the US

$2,000 SIGN ON BONUS

Shift: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay $21.00 not including shift differential

Responsibilities

• Verify and prepare repackaging material and equipment for production run

• Responsible for packaging machine set up/ changeovers for production runs. This includes following work instructions for equipment set up/ changeovers and following all work standards and SOPs

• Responsible for operating packaging equipment, including troubleshooting and making adjustments in accordance with work standards. Responsible for following escalation protocol in a timely manner when troubleshooting efforts fail.

• Responsible for repackaging raw material into finished product that are within packaging specifications and meet all quality standards.

• Responsible for working alongside of maintenance when escalation to maintenance support is needed for a mechanical issue

• Responsible for production room and equipment cleans/sanitation

• Has a thorough understanding of batch record information and using basic mathematical skills, records and prepares accurate and complete information.

• Responsible for being actively engaged in all technical training, as well as compliance and other training required as a member of the operations team.

• Adheres to all cGMPs, safety regulations and Standard Operating Procedures.

• Maintains good housekeeping throughout the shift in the work areas.

• Works as a team member with other members of the AHP operations team to meet and/or exceed quality and production goals.

• Responsible for being an active participant in continuous improvement activities to promote improved efficiency and effectiveness of the production line.

• Work in partnership with supporting areas, such as quality to resolve issues that prevent the operations from achieving its goals.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education

• Requires completion of a high school diploma OR GED

Work Experience

• Minimum 2 years of manufacturing experience preferred.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to read, write and understand the English language for the purpose of reading documents, product labels and instructions. Must have good written skills for the purpose of accurately completing compliance documentation for production runs.

• Must possess basic mathematical skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others and work in a team based environment.

• Strong organizational skills; detail oriented.

• Ability to use good judgment in order to carry out detailed instructions.

• Basic problem solving capabilities for the purpose of troubleshooting issues in the production environment.

• Ability to work overtime when needed

What Cencora offers

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members’ ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit

Full time

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call or email . We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: Amerisource Health Services, LLC