Packaging Mechanic - Third Shift- 10:45 pm - 7am (Union)

Teva Pharmaceuticals; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Teva Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Packaging Setup Operator in a biopharma manufacturing setting. You will operate and troubleshoot packaging lines, conduct changeovers, and support maintenance to ensure compliant packaging operations.

The role requires familiarity with CGMP/SOPs, serialization processes, and the ability to handle physical requirements. Collaboration with a manufacturing team and adherence to safety standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience working with FDA-regulated packaging environments.
• Familiarity with serialization processes and compliance requirements.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work within a team.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at elevation.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot packaging lines (fillers, cappers, labelers, sterilizers).
• Perform changeovers and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Respond to equipment faults quickly and efficiently.
• Train teammates on standard operating procedures and safety practices.

Skills

Packaging machinery

Serialization

CGMP/SOPs

Safety regulations

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Technical/trade certification

Job description

Role: Packaging Setup Operator responsible for mechanical troubleshooting, line operation, changeovers, and maintenance of packaging equipment in a biopharma manufacturing environment. Primary objectives include ensuring efficient, compliant packaging operations, and supporting safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Responsibilities

• Operating and troubleshooting equipment such as fillers, cappers, labelers, and sterilizers
• Performing changeovers and preventive maintenance
• Responding to faults
• Training team members

Requirements

• High school diploma and technical/trade certification
• 2-5 years' experience in FDA-regulated settings preferred
• Knowledge of packaging machinery, controls, and serialization processes
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work at elevation
• Good communication skills
• Familiarity with CGMP, SOPs, and safety regulations

High-Value: biologics or pharmaceutical packaging, sterile environment, FDA regulated, experience with serialization/aggregation, procedural compliance, and automation systems.

Collaboration involves working within a team, adhering to strict quality and safety standards, with no explicit travel expected. Work setup likely in a manufacturing plant with potential for extended hours.