Proofreader – Global Labeling

Cardinal Health; Hagåtña (GU); Vor Ort; USD 57.000 - 74.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401k savings plan

Paid time off

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Disability coverage

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Zusammenfassung

Cardinal Health is seeking a detail‑oriented Proofreader – Global Labeling to ensure 100% accuracy across global labeling and packaging graphics for critical medical devices. You will compare typescript to formatted proofs, catch errors, and provide concrete feedback to designers.

The role emphasizes GDP compliance, regulatory alignment with FDA/EU standards, and collaboration with cross‑functional teams to meet project timelines.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Writing, Journalism, Life Sciences, or related field.
• 2+ years of professional proofreading experience in regulated industries (medical devices/pharma).
• Experience with GDP, QMS, and regulatory alignment within labeling environments.

Aufgaben

• Verify artwork and documentation for accuracy and alignment with source data.
• Ensure GDP compliance and audit-ready records in QMS systems.
• Collaborate with labeling engineers and regulatory affairs to resolve packaging issues.
• Proofread labeling, symbols (ISO 15223), and multi-language inserts for zero defects.

Kenntnisse

Proofreading

Regulatory knowledge

GDP/compliance

Quality assurance

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in English/Technical Writing/Life Sciences

Tools

Adobe Acrobat

Microsoft Office

PDF comparison software

Windchill/Agile/SAP

Jobbeschreibung

US-Nationwide-FIELD

Full time

20189115

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Proofreader – Global Labeling ensures the 100% accuracy, consistency, and regulatory compliance of global labeling and packaging graphics for critical medical devices. Product labeling scopes include product art, primary/secondary labels, folding cartons, Instructions for Use (IFUs), and multi-language insert components packaged with products. This role reads, analyzes, and compares typescript (original copy) against formatted graphic proofs to detect and mark grammatical, typographical, compositional, or localization errors. The Labeling Proofreader ensures all deliverables align strictly with brand guidelines, global regulatory standards, and corporate compliance mandates, providing clear, actionable feedback to Graphic Designers for necessary artwork corrections.

Responsibilities

• Artwork & Document Verification : Verifies complete documentation packages for artwork releases, ensuring all supporting design inputs, source files, and translation databases are aligned.

• Regulatory Compliance & GDP : Strictly adheres to Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and maintains robust, audit-ready documentation records within the Quality Management System (QMS).

• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Confers with document originators, labeling engineers, regulatory affairs, and engineering liaison personnel to resolve packaging discrepancies and compile required changes.

• Quality Proofreading : Proofreads computer-generated product labeling, regulatory symbols (ISO 15223), global variable data, barcodes, and clinical/investigational labels to ensure zero defects.

• Regulatory Alignment Support : Supports the continuous update of global labeling components to comply with changing international regulations (such as FDA 21 CFR Part 820 and EU MDR).

• Project Timeline & Quality Review : Leads the proofreading phase within established project timelines to guarantee zero discrepancies between master source documents and final formatted design proofs.

• Change Control Management : Supports labeling change execution by authoring, submitting, and routing formal change packages, including Document Change Requests (DCR) and Change Requests (CR) through PLM/document control systems.

• Operational Agility : Performs other labeling compliance and quality assurance duties as assigned to support global supply chain readiness.

Qualifications

• Education : Bachelor’s degree in English, Technical Writing, Journalism, Life Sciences, or a related technical discipline preferred

• Experience : 2+ years of professional-level proofreading, preferably within a medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or highly regulated packaging environment preferred

• Agency Context : Experience working within an in-house corporate labeling department or a regulated packaging production agency is highly preferred.

• Technical Proficiency : Strong hands‑on experience with Adobe Acrobat (markup tools), Microsoft Office Suite, and professional PDF comparison software.

• Specialized Tools : Familiarity with automated text and pixel‑verification proofreading software is highly desirable.

• System Knowledge : Understanding of Document Control systems and PLM software (e.g., Windchill, Agile, or SAP) is a plus.

• Exemplary visual acuity and cognitive stamina for managing repetitive, high-detail comparative analysis.

• Superb organizational skills with a proven track record of managing multiple overlapping project deadlines.

• Ability to communicate technical, objective markup feedback constructively to graphic design partners.

Anticipated hourly range

$27.40 - $35.37

Bonus eligible

No

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close

11/1/26

The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

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Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities.

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With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.

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