3rd Shift - Packaging Specialist - Allegan - $21/hr

Role Summary

Perrigo is seeking to hire Packaging employees on 3rd shift. As a Packaging Specialist, you will work on an assembly line packaging over the counter (OTC) pharmaceuticals. The 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: A High School diploma (or G.E.D.).
• 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: A 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.
• Required: Ability to work 40 hours per week and be available for overtime when necessary.
• Required: Available for training on various shifts.
• Required: Consistently/frequently - vision, hearing, ability to read and write, ability to interpret information, basic math, reading and writing in English.
• Required: Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.
• Required: Willingness to work with potential allergens including listed medications and compounds.
• 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 equivalent.

Additional Requirements

• Physical Requirements: Stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, stoop/bend, squat, kneel, twist, grasp, move items/boxes, and manipulation of items with hands/fingers (frequently). Occasionally sit, lift 50 lbs, pull/push with equipment up to 880 lbs, climb ladders, reach above shoulders. Rarely lift above shoulders and head up to 25 lbs.
• Allergen exposure may occur (e.g., certain medications, nicotine, flavorings).