Packaging Specialist

Life Couriers; Plainfield (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Disability insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Life Couriers in Plainfield, NJ is seeking a Packaging Specialist to manage repackaging of prescription drugs per FDA guidelines and oversee packaging operations. You will develop specifications, test package designs, and ensure quality components for warehousing and transport.

The role requires 3-5 years in packaging design, strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and solid MS Office abilities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of packaging materials and manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of logistics and supply chain dynamics.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the packaging email inbox and Transportation Management System for daily requests and ensure timely dispatch.
• Provide timely and accurate updates to information requests via email, phone, TMS, and Teams.
• Assist packaging specialist to ensure orders are processed promptly and accurately.
• Oversee maintenance of office inventory including data loggers, supplies, warehouse, and live GPS tracking.
• Organize, track, and store incoming inventory.
• Ensure returned packages are recorded for inventory purposes and refurbished as needed.
• Ensure each shipment departs warehouse complete and staged for daily pickup.
• Perform quarterly preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Assemble and stage thermal packaging for clinical trial and life science shipments.

Skills

Packaging knowledge

Logistics basics

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Life Couriers, we deeply understand and care about life‘s critical moments – to save lives. We are here to deliver the world‘s most time-critical diagnostics and therapies. Wherever logistics can make the biggest difference to a patient‘s life, you‘ll find us first. We aim to be the world‘s foremost group of life sciences logistics experts and we are committed to constantly pushing ourselves and the market towards new solutions for the benefit of patients. Life Couriers offers customized supply chain solutions by integrating specialized logistics services, providing a seamless customer experience. At Life Couriers, our culture is guided by our C.A.R.E. values:

• Customer Excellence – We provide customers with a patient-focused experience, ensuring every delivery supports critical moments in patient care.
• Accountability – We own our actions, conduct, and performance. We learn from our mistakes and are dedicated solution finders, driving the business forward with a patient-first quality emphasis.
• Respect – Our employees are the heart of our success. We are approachable, open, and honest with each other and work collaboratively to achieve shared goals.
• Enthusiasm – We promote a culture of engagement in what we do. We work hard but also value teamwork, knowing it will drive our future growth and help deliver outstanding patient-focused logistics solutions.

As a Packaging Specialist, crucial responsibilities include repackaging prescription drugs per FDA guidelines and utilizing material-processing requirements for packaging, warehousing, and transportation operations. They are also tasked with developing and approving packaging component specifications, conducting performance tests on package designs, and ensuring components meet quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor the packaging email inbox and Transportation Management System for all daily order requests ensuring all go out when required.
• Provide timely and accurate updates to requests for information via email, phone, Transportation Management System, and Teams.
• Assist packaging specialist to ensure all orders are processed in a timely manner and accurately completed.
• Oversee the maintenance of all office inventory, including data loggers, FX/UPS supplies, warehouse, and the live tracking GPS system.
• Organize, track, and store incoming inventory.
• Ensure that returned packages are reported for inventory purposes and are refurbished and stored properly.
• Ensure that each shipment that departs the warehouse is complete and staged before the daily pick-up.
• Perform quarterly Preventive Maintenance on our equipment to ensure they are working as intended.
• Assemble and stage thermal packaging solutions for clinical trial and life science shipments, ensuring packaging is complete, properly labeled, and ready for operational use.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to packaging preparation, conditioning activities, inventory management, and quality control requirements
• Inspect, refurbish, clean, and return packaging materials to inventory while ensuring all packaging components remain compliant and fit for reuse
• Other tasks as assigned by management.

Work Schedule:

• Monday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Thursday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Saturday: As needed
• Sunday: As needed

These hours are subject to change based off business needs. Flexibility in availability is essential, as adjustments may be required to meet operational demands. Further information will be discussed during the interviewing process.

Compensation:

$20.00–$23.00 per hour, with starting pay based on relevant experience, skills, and qualifications.

Requirements

Skills Required:

• Knowledge of packaging materials and manufacturing process.
• Understanding of logistics and supply chain dynamics.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Travel & Work Conditions:

• Frequently push, pull, and lift boxes up to 55 pounds.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.

Education & Experience:

• Has a high school diploma or equivalent
• 3-5 years of experience in packaging design and development preferred.

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without any type of work authorization or work sponsorship now or in the future.

Safety Sensitive Position:

• No.

What we offer:

• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance are available to employee on the first of the following month after hire
• 401(k) with match
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company paid and optional Life Insurance
• Optional Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Indemnity Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Sick Pay
• Advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization

Life Couriers is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Life Couriers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.