Pharma Packaging Technician - 2nd Shift

Kelly Services; Myerstown (PA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Service bonus

Holiday pay

Transit spending account

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Kelly Services in Myerstown, PA is seeking an Associate Technician for a premier pharmaceutical manufacturing site. You will perform equipment setup, changeovers, and routine operation on high-speed bottling and packaging lines, ensuring safety and cGMP compliance while supporting production schedules.

This role offers $20/hour with overtime and potential shift flexibility. You will gain hands-on experience, work with SAP/MES/EBRs, and join a team focused on quality, reliability, and continuous

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Able and willing to work overtime and different shifts to support production and training needs.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow detailed work instructions and documentation (SOPs, manuals, etc.).
• Strong math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, metric system).
• Eager to learn and develop new technical and teamwork skills in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment setup, changeover, and routine operation of high-speed bottling and packaging lines.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures (Lockout Tagout, OSHA), cGMPs, SOPs, and company guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues, material jams, and stoppages.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors as needed.
• Inspect packaging components and finished products for quality compliance.
• Complete and maintain accurate production documentation (SAP, MES, EBRs).
• Perform preventive maintenance and learn to troubleshoot electronic drive systems.
• Palletize products and operate material handling equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks, etc.).
• Support and motivate teammates to build a high-performance, team-oriented culture.
• Meet production schedules and review team members’ work for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

MES

EBRs

Job description

Kelly Services in Myerstown, PA is seeking an Associate Technician for a premier pharmaceutical manufacturing site. You will perform equipment setup, changeovers, and routine operation on high-speed bottling and packaging lines, ensuring safety and cGMP compliance while supporting production schedules.

This role offers $20/hour with overtime and potential shift flexibility. You will gain hands-on experience, work with SAP/MES/EBRs, and join a team focused on quality, reliability, and continuous