Packaging Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Packaging Technician Job Description

The Packaging Technician plays a key role in the assembly, labeling, and quality control of clinical pharmaceutical supplies in a clean room environment. This temporary position follows established standard operating procedures and supervisory instructions to ensure every product meets strict customer and regulatory specifications. The role involves performing most phases of clinical packaging, including manual and automated processes, while still working under guidance in certain areas to maintain the highest standards of safety and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Review batch paperwork and written instructions to fully understand and accurately perform packaging procedures required for each clinical study.
• Package and label syringes, bottles, boxes, and cases according to defined protocols and quality standards.
• Clean packaging rooms and machinery as needed to maintain a clean room environment and comply with cleanliness and safety requirements.
• Perform manual and automated filling and packaging of bottled pharmaceutical products independently, ensuring labels are correctly applied and quality checks are completed throughout the process.
• Apply labels and ensure proper drug placement using various sealing and packaging machinery, following all applicable procedures.
• Organize and assemble clinical supplies while ensuring accurate and consistent label placement on all components.
• Accurately count and prepare packages, including pill bottles and syringe packs, to ensure correct quantities and proper packaging for clinical use.
• Perform final checks on work in-process and finished products to verify accuracy, completeness, and quality before packing goods into appropriately labeled containers and boxes.
• Assist in staging components for production runs and participate in reconciliation of components after packaging activities are completed.
• Support general warehouse and production activities related to packing, manufacturing packaging, quality inspection, filling, general labor, labeling, assembly, inventory tasks, picking, and material handling.
• Work effectively on assembly and production lines in a high-volume production environment, maintaining pace and accuracy to meet production goals.
• Use RF scanners or similar equipment as needed to track materials, inventory, or orders in a manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with production operations, engineering, inventory, and quality assurance personnel to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of packaging activities.
• Interact professionally with client personnel who may observe packaging operations, maintaining a clean, organized, and compliant work area at all times.

Essential Skills

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong attention to detail, with the ability to identify and prevent labeling or packaging errors that could impact product safety and patient outcomes.
• Willingness and ability to work in a cold room environment approximately 10 hours per week, with temperatures typically between 35&degree;F and 46&degree;F.
• Willingness and ability to work mandatory overtime as needed based on production requirements.
• Clear and legible handwriting suitable for completing production and quality documentation, including writing and signing manufacturing-related phrases and forms.
• Ability to follow detailed standard operating procedures and supervisory instructions precisely.
• Capability to work in a clean room environment while adhering to strict gowning and safety requirements.
• Comfort with repetitive tasks and working toward production goals in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic understanding of general production, packing, and material handling practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or warehouse operations is preferred.
• Experience working in environments where production goals and output targets must be met is highly valued.
• Background in pharmaceutical manufacturing or clinical packaging is strongly preferred.
• Experience in general production, inspection, labeling, assembly, packing, inventory, picking, and material handling is beneficial.
• Familiarity with assembly line or production line work in a manufacturing environment is an advantage.
• Experience using RF scanners or similar devices for order picking or inventory management is helpful.
• Candidates with experience in fast-paced industries such as food service or retail may be considered if they demonstrate strong reliability, tenure, and performance in previous roles.

Why Work Here?

This opportunity offers the chance to contribute directly to the packaging of clinical trial products used in critical areas such as cancer research and other life-saving therapies. Employees join a globally recognized organization known for its strong benefits, structured processes, and commitment to quality and patient safety. The role provides stable, full-time hours with opportunities for overtime pay, including a premium for work performed in the cold room. Team members work in a collaborative environment with production, engineering, inventory, and quality assurance colleagues, gaining valuable experience in highly regulated pharmaceutical operations and building skills that are in demand across the industry.

Work Environment

The role is based in a pharmaceutical packaging department within a controlled clean room environment. Employees work on structured shifts: first shift typically runs from 6:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m., Monday through Friday, and second shift typically runs from 2:45 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., Monday through Thursday, with frequent additional hours on Fridays from approximately 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Overtime is currently mandatory and generally scheduled in 6-hour blocks, which may result in working 4 to 5 extra days per month, including Fridays, Saturdays, and occasional Sundays, depending on shift and production needs. The clean room requires strict adherence to gowning procedures, including wearing a full gown, shoe covers, hairnet, beard net (as applicable), and safety glasses at all times; prescription safety glasses are not provided. Some work is performed in a cold room environment at approximately 35&degree;F to 46&degree;F, with appropriate cold weather personal protective equipment supplied and a pay premium for all hours worked in the cold room. The facility operates as a high-volume production and manufacturing environment, with assembly lines, packaging machinery, and inventory systems that may include RF scanners. Employees regularly interact with internal teams in production operations, engineering, inventory, and quality assurance, and may occasionally be observed by external client personnel during packaging operations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.80/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Indianapolis,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 21, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

\nCompany Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.