Packaging Technician I/II 2nd Shift

Grifols, S.A; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

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Do you want to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to improve the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company which, since its foundation in Barcelona in 1909, has been working to improve the health and well-being of people all over the world. Our four divisions - Bioscience, Diagnostic, Hospital and Bio Supplies - develop, produce and market innovative medicines, solutions and services in more than 100 countries and regions.

Hours: 2nd shift (Mon - Thurs / 3:30 pm - 2:00 am)

Summary:

The Packaging Technician 1 & 2 responsibilities include detecting and identifying defect trends during the inspection of manufactured products, accurately inspecting and selecting product samples for quality and stability testing, and verifying product and diluent vial labeling for accuracy. Additional duties involve setting up, operating, troubleshooting packaging equipment, manual packaging, inspecting products, conducting counts, and operating material handling equipment.

• Perform paced inspections of final container products for defects.
• Document tasks on Batch Production Records, SOPs, or other acceptable forms.
• Maintain department housekeeping.
• Adhere to safety and cGMP policies.
• Meet visual inspection recertification requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional responsibilities include setting up and operating label verification systems, vial labelers, cartoners, and shrink banding machines, and conducting periodic challenges for packaging systems.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to work effectively in a team, pass vision testing for near vision and colorblindness, identify product defects according to PDA Lexicon and SOPs, and maintain focus during tasks.

Requirements:

Tech 1: High School Diploma, packaging operator/inspector experience preferred. Duties include troubleshooting, maintaining, and changeover of packaging equipment, reviewing and entering data into systems like LIMS and SAP, and ensuring correct components are used.

Tech 2: HS Diploma, 1-year packaging inspector/label verification experience in pharma or biotech preferred. Work involves a manufacturing environment with exposure to biological fluids, chemicals, machinery, noise, and extreme temperatures. Personal protective equipment is required, and tasks may include lifting, bending, reaching, and communication skills for effective information exchange.