Packaging Technician

TITLE: PHARMACEUTICAL TECHNICIAN PACKAGING

Job Summary:

The Packaging Technician will efficiently, effectively, and safely clean, set-up, and operate machinery in the packaging area while adhering to applicable cGMPs, SOPs, FDA, and DEA guidelines.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Follow Master Batch Records for the packaging of controlled, oral solid dose (OSD) and other dosage forms when required.
• Safely and in compliance with batch records and SOPs, set up, operate, and clean packaging equipment.
• Perform in-process testing and inspections.
• Clean and sanitize packaging equipment, parts, components, and rooms.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation. Follow good documentation practices in accordance with GMP.
• Process labeling and components correctly; transferring, counting, FIFO, returns, etc. during packaging processes.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance; work overtime as required.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General ability to perform basic to complex mathematical computations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Understanding of the Metric System of Measurement.
• Preferred experience in oral solid dose (OSD) pharmaceuticals Packaging with Serialization.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3+) years of pharmaceutical, packaging industry experience preferred; or an equivalent combination of education, demonstrated mechanical skill, and experience in a similar industry.