2nd Shift - Packaging Specialist - Allegan - $20.50/hr

Role Summary

Perrigo is currently seeking to direct hire Packaging employees on 2nd shift. As a Packaging Specialist, you will work on an assembly line packaging over the counter (“OTC”) pharmaceuticals. Our environment is dynamic, and we look for the same in new team members.

Responsibilities

• Follow written instructions contained in Standard Operating Procedures, manufacturing orders, cleaning checklists and other controlled documents in accordance with cGMP regulations.
• Physically move bulk materials utilizing various forms of pallet jacks. Basic material handling and departmental utility tasks may also be assigned.
• Operate computer-controlled equipment utilizing a screen-based Operator Interface Terminal (OIT).
• Execute in-process attribute testing and visual inspections.
• Evaluate test results against prescribed parameters to determine if tested product is within specification.
• Accurately, repeatedly, and contemporaneously documented GMP data on equipment logs, batch records and cleaning checklists.
• Execute equipment and line cleaning tasks utilizing manual and automated processes and prescribed cleaning checklists.
• Perform minor equipment servicing activities including disassembly, reassembly, and set-up.

Qualifications

• Required: High School diploma (or GED).
• Required: Basic math and English communication skills, legible penmanship, and a high level of reading comprehension.
• Required: Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Required: Working knowledge of computers.
• Required: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include eye protection, hearing protection, half-face and/or Powered Air Purifying Respirators, protective clothing and fall restraint harnesses will be provided if required.
• Ability to work 40 hours per week and be available for overtime when necessary.
• Available for training on various shifts.
• Consistently/Frequently - vision, hearing, reading and writing in English, and ability to interpret information.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.

• Preferred: Excellent attendance record and work history.
• Preferred: Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Preferred: 6 months to 1 year of Direct Manufacturing Experience.
• Preferred: 1 to 2 years of General Manufacturing Experience.
• Preferred: 3 to 4 years of Non-Manufacturing Experience.

Education

• High School diploma (or GED)

Additional Requirements

• Physical requirements: Stand/walk for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, stoop/bend, squat, kneel, twist, grasp, move items/boxes, and reach above shoulders as needed; occasionally sit and lift 50 lbs; rare lifts above shoulders and head up to 25 lbs.
• Allergen exposure may occur due to handling certain materials.