Packer

QPS Employment Group; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group in Rockford, IL is seeking a Production Packer for a pharmaceutical packaging facility. You will package and inspect prescription and OTC products, ensuring compliance with quality standards and maintaining a clean, safe work environment in a fast-paced team setting.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to follow SOPs, and willingness to work overtime or weekends. Training will cover cGMP, PCI Pharma policies, and proper safety gear; experience is not required but

Qualifications

• TABE testing requirements met at approved grade level.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read simple prose, in a form equivalent to typescript or printing, on subjects within a familiar context.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to follow instructions and respond to management direction.
• Ability to work independently and/or part of a team.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments.
• Excellent attendance.

Responsibilities

• Package products according to SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures), WP's (Work Process) and batch record specifications in preparation for shipping.
• Inspect products for defects to ensure specifications are met.
• Remove defective products for rework or disposal.
• Alert personnel to potential quality issues and stop the line as needed.
• Rotate through all packing functions and maintain expected performance.
• Complete cleaning and 5S duties to maintain a safe, organized workspace.
• Follow PCI Pharma Services, cGMP and GCP policies and wear required safety gear.
• Support and mentor other Packers as needed.
• Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Skills

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Reading simple prose

Following instructions

Teamwork

Independent work

Adaptability

Excellent attendance

Job description

Packer

Wage: $15.00 - $18.60 per hour

Shift: 1st, 2nd, 3rd, weekend

Hours: 6:45am-3:00pm (Mon-Fri); 2:45pm-11:00pm (Mon-Fri); 8:45pm-7:00am (Mon-Thurs); 6:45pm-7:00am (Fri-Sun); 6:45am-7:00pm (Fri-Sun)

Join a leading pharmaceutical packaging company where quality and patient safety matter. As a Production Packer, you will package and inspect prescription and over-the-counter medication products, ensure compliance with quality standards, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and support efficient production operations. This role is ideal for dependable, detail-oriented individuals who thrive in a fast-paced team environment.

Packer Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Package products according to SOP's (Standard Operating Procedure), WP's (Work Process) and batch record specifications in preparation for shipping. Typical tasks include, but are not limited to: assembling components, loading machines, constructing boxes, taping, labeling, removing damaged shippers, palletizing, maneuvers pallets using a pallet jack, performing product changeover duties
• Ensure the quality compliance of the products being packed by inspecting for defects such as legible and accurate codes, effective seals, appropriate quantity, etc., in order to ensure all specifications are met
• Remove defective products into the proper location for rework or disposal
• Alerts appropriate personnel to any potential quality issues discovered and stops the line, as needed, until further direction is received
• Rotates through all packing functions and performs at expected levels
• Completes cleaning functions including responsibilities during line clearances, cleaning equipment and areas, and 5S (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain method) around the plants to ensure a safe, organized work environment
• Follows all company and facility safety policies, procedures and guidelines. Handles hazardous materials using all appropriate or mandatory safety gear. Immediately reports potentially hazardous situations or conditions
• Accurately completes required cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practices) and/or other paperwork in a legible manner including signing the roster, scanning work order with badge number, and production documentation. Verifies and reviews for accuracy as required
• Supports & expected to work as a team player as a Packer
• Assist in coaching & mentoring employees and temporary staff members to new Packer role
• This position may require overtime and/or weekend work
• Knowledge of and adherence to all PCI Pharma Services, cGMP, and GCP (Good Clinical Practices) policies, procedures, and rules

Packer Requirements:

• TABE (Test for Adult Basic Education) testing requirements met at approved grade level for position
• Basic math skills
• The ability to satisfy routine social demands and limited work requirements. The ability to read simple prose, in a form equivalent to typescript or printing, on subjects within a familiar context
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems that involve only a few concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to follow instructions and respond to management direction
• Ability to work independently and/or part of a team
• Ability to adapt to changing work environments
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
• Stationary Position: 3/4 of the day and up
• Move, Traverse: 3/4 of the day and up
• Operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, or place: 3/4 of the day and up
• Install, place, adjust, apply, measure, use, or signal: 3/4 of the day and up
• Ascend/Descend or Work Atop: From 1/2 to 3/4 of the day
• Position self (to) or Move (about or to): 3/4 of the day and up
• Communicate or exchange information: From 1/2 to 3/4 of the day
• Detect, distinguish, or determine: From 1/2 to 3/4 of the day
• On an average day, the individual can expect to move and/or transport up to 25 pounds
• This position has the following special vision requirements including: Close Vision, Color Vision, Ability to focus
• Work is performed in areas with moderate risk or discomfort that may require special safety precautions, such as wearing protective clothing or gear for 3/4 of the day and up
• Work near moving mechanical parts for 3/4 of the day and up
• The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate
• Excellent attendance

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