Production Technician

Aerotek; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Production Technician Packaging in Nashville, TN, open to shifts, to support visual inspection and packaging of parenteral products in a GMP-regulated facility. You will operate labeling, cartoning, and serialization equipment while ensuring compliance and accurate documentation.

This role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, adherence to SOPs, and ongoing training to adapt to new processes.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in pharma/regulated environment.
• Experience in visual inspection and sterile packaging.
• Proficient in inspecting vials, syringes, IV bags and creams.
• Familiar with cGMP and FDA-regulated operations.
• Able to operate and set up packaging equipment.
• Strong documentation to complete batch records.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Detail-oriented with focus on quality and compliance.
• Team player with cross-functional collaboration.
• Fast learner in new processes and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspection and packaging of parenteral products.
• Support secondary and tertiary packaging in FDA-regulated environment.
• Operate and set up labelers, cartoning, and serialization stations.
• Document activities in batch records and protocols.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist with training and troubleshooting packaging processes.
• Collaborate with maintenance for calibration and preventive tasks.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and CAPA activities.
• Maintain data integrity and traceability.

Skills

pharma experience

visual inspection

cGMP compliance

SOP adherence

packaging equipment setup

documentation skills

communication skills

team collaboration

attention to detail

learning agility

Job description

Job Title: Production Technician Packaging MUST BE OPEN TO SHIFTS

Job Description

The Production Technician Packaging supports visual inspection, secondary packaging, and tertiary packaging activities for parenteral products at various stages of development at a modern manufacturing site in Nashville, TN. This role plays a key part in the qualification and start-up of a new aseptic formulation and filling facility, helping to establish a state-of-the-art manufacturing operation. The Production Technician performs visual inspection and packaging activities in strict compliance with regulatory requirements, current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspection of vials, syringes, IV bags, and cream containers to identify defects and ensure product quality.
• Support secondary and tertiary packaging operations for parenteral products in a regulated, FDA-compliant environment.
• Operate and perform set-up of packaging equipment, including labelers, cartoning equipment, and serialization stations.
• Document all activities accurately and completely within batch records, protocols, and other required documentation.
• Ensure packaging operations meet or surpass site safety, quality, and compliance metrics while following site standards and policies.
• Follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and cGMP requirements during daily operations.
• Support equipment validation and qualification activities for packaging and inspection equipment.
• Assist with training and troubleshooting related to packaging equipment and processes.
• Partner with Maintenance personnel to support preventive maintenance and calibration activities for packaging equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the packaging area, including participation in investigations and CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) activities.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional team members to maintain a safe, efficient, and compliant production environment.
• Maintain high standards of documentation, ensuring data integrity and traceability for all packaging and inspection tasks.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of experience working in a pharmaceutical, production, or other regulated environment (preferred).
• Previous experience in visual inspection, sterile packaging, clinical trial packaging, or related manufacturing activities (preferred).
• Proficiency in visual inspection of vials, syringes, IV bags, and cream containers to detect defects.
• Familiarity with cGMP, FDA-regulated operations, and working to SOPs and Work Instructions.
• Ability to operate and set up packaging equipment such as labelers, cartoning equipment, and serialization stations.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to accurately complete batch records and protocols.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to support effective teamwork and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate across functions.
• Good interpersonal skills and self-motivation to learn and grow in a fast-paced setting.
• High learning agility with the ability to adapt to new processes, equipment, and standards.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment while meeting production and quality goals.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a cleanroom or other controlled environment following gowning and aseptic practices.
• Experience as a pharmacy technician or experience in a similar healthcare or pharmaceutical support role.
• Experience supporting equipment validation, qualification, and troubleshooting activities.
• Exposure to continuous improvement initiatives, investigations, and CAPA processes in a regulated setting.
• Comfort with assisting maintenance teams on preventive maintenance and calibration tasks for production equipment.
• Ability to quickly learn new technologies, equipment, and documentation systems used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Why Work Here?

You will join a growing organization that is investing significantly in a two-phase expansion, including a new state-of-the-art medical manufacturing facility adjacent to the existing site. The company offers the opportunity to contribute to global health by supporting the production of critical parenteral products in an FDA-regulated environment. Team members benefit from dynamic, evolving work with clear opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and long-term career paths. The culture emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation, creating an environment where your contributions can make a meaningful impact and where you can grow alongside the facility and its expanding capabilities.

Work Environment

You will work in a clean, state-of-the-art, FDA-regulated manufacturing facility focused on aseptic formulation, filling, and packaging of parenteral products. The environment follows strict cGMP standards and detailed SOPs, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and regulatory compliance. Work takes place in cleanroom areas that require full cleanroom personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to an in-depth gowning process. Multiple shifts are available, including 1st shift (7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m., MondayFriday), 2nd shift (3:00 p.m. 11:30 p.m., MondayFriday), 3rd shift (11:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m., SundayThursday), and a weekend shift (7:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m., FridaySunday). You will work with modern packaging technologies such as labelers, cartoning equipment, and serialization stations, and collaborate closely with operations, quality, and maintenance teams in a structured, process-driven environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 6, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Nashville,TN.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.