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

Role Summary

Location: Allegan. The Packaging Specialist works on an assembly line packaging OTC pharmaceuticals on 3rd shift. The role follows standard operating procedures, operates controlled equipment, performs in-process testing, and maintains GMP-compliant documentation. The position requires routine material handling and the ability to work overtime as needed.

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 pallet jacks; basic material handling and departmental utility tasks may 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

• 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)
• Working knowledge of computers (Required)
• Availability for training on various shifts (Required)
• 40 hours per week and availability for overtime when necessary (Required)
• Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen (Required)
• Vision, hearing, reading and writing abilities in English; basic math; ability to interpret information (Required)
• 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 G.E.D.

Additional Requirements

• Physical demands: Stand and walk for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs; climb ladders; stoop/bend; squat; kneel; twist; grasp; move items/boxes.
• Occasionally: Sit; lift 50 lbs; pull and push with skid jacks up to 880 lbs; climb ladders; reach above shoulders and head.
• Rarely: Lift above shoulders and head 25 lbs.