Packaging Technician - 1st Shift

Lifecore Biomedical; Chaska (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day work week

Competitive pay

Benefits start first month

Job summary

Lifecore Biomedical in Chaska, MN is hiring a Packaging Technician to set up and operate packaging equipment for final manufacturing stages. You will label, seal, and package Lifecore products and document completed work while maintaining cleanroom practices.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, ability to lift 40 pounds, stand for long periods, and be a team player. Prior packaging experience in a regulated medical device environment is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written operating procedures.
• Able to lift 40 pounds.
• Able to stand for the majority of your shift.
• 6 months packaging experience in medical device or regulated industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment that labels, seals and packages Lifecore products.
• Document completed work during the packaging of the products.
• Practice proper precautions and procedures when handling chemicals.
• Participate in the review of Lifecore procedures.
• Identify and communicate quality issues.
• Acquire and maintain cleanroom and gowning qualifications.

Job description

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Regular Full-Time Operatives Chaska, MN, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1575

It's not what we make. It's what we make possible and the possibilities at Lifecore are endless!

This full-time position offers incredible benefits, a four-day work week, competitive pay, and a company culture focused on development and growth which includes promotion opportunities.

Lifecore Biomedical is seeking hard-working, reliable team players who want to begin a career in biomedical manufacturing. If you bring your positive attitude and work ethic, we will give you the tools to find success with our organization.

As a Packaging Technician, you will set up and operate packaging equipment in the final manufacturing stages of Lifecore products. During the course of your shift you will:

• Set up and operate equipment that labels, seals and packages Lifecore products
• Document completed work during the packaging of the products
• Practice proper precautions and procedures when handling chemicals
• Participate in the review of Lifecore procedures
• Identify and communicate quality issues
• Acquire and maintain cleanroom and gowning qualifications

To qualify as a Packaging Technician, you'll need the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• The ability to comprehend and follow written operating procedures.
• Able to lift 40 pounds
• Able to stand for the majority of your shift
• It's great if you also have at least 6 months of packaging experience, preferably in a medical device or equivalent regulated industry

Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 5:00am - 3:30pm

Starting pay: $20.75/hour

Lifecore offers a highly competitive total rewards package, including:

• Opportunities to learn and grow with a well-respected company
• Competitive compensation with annual reviews
• Benefits that start the first of the month after you join Lifecore as a full time employee:
  • 3 medical insurance plans to fit your needs and budget including an HSA Plan with a generous company contribution.
  • Low cost dental and vision insurance
  • Short term disability, long term disability and life insurance all 100% company paid
  • 3 weeks PTO in the first year (increases to 4 weeks after just 2 years!)
  • 9 paid company holidays plus 2 personal holidays
  • Paid family leave
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401k plan with company matching contribution
  • Quarterly bonus based on department and individual performance

Meet Lifecore Biomedical, LLC:

Lifecore Biomedical, Inc. (Nasdaq: LFCR ) is a fully integrated contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that offers highly differentiated capabilities in the development, fill and finish of sterile injectable pharmaceutical products in syringes, vials, and cartridges, including complex formulations. As a leading manufacturer of premium, injectable-grade hyaluronic acid, Lifecore brings more than 40 years of expertise as a partner for global and emerging biopharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across multiple therapeutic categories.