Packaging Assistant

Job PostingWork hours: Monday-Friday, 7am-4pmSummary: Perform various packaging, shipping and receiving activities according to CGMP standards, working under supervision. Team work with collaboration, open communication and continuous improvement are essential to meeting production and quality goals.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Complete manufacturing documents required for packaging and production activities by following SOPs and CGMP standards.Operate and adjust production equipment by means of automatic/manual controls to product-specific parameters.Label preparation, printing and application for vials, bottles, boxes according to SOP.Completing a packaging process where caps and labels are manually applied to vials, labels are manually applied to boxes and then packaged for shipment.Using a semi-automated process to fill, cap 2.5L bottles, apply labels and then manually load boxes.Complete production checklists and in process sampling as required.Finalize documents for line clearance and final product release, complete bill of material and yield reconciliation processesReceive and stage materials required for production and put away after production.Cleaning and maintenance of production equipment.Prepare products for shipping to customers – including palletization of products and shipping documentation.Receive incoming materials, supplies and equipment. Reconcile received items to purchase orders to verify accuracy. Inspect material for damages and defects and store in designated locations.Data entry in ERP system.Aid in document review and revision process, suggesting and carrying out improvements to production and associated documentsMaintaining cGMP compliance: documentation, work areas and equipmentEnsure work area is clean and organized.Manage time to meet set productivity goals.Assist manufacturing as needed.Assist with inventory control and warehouse activities as needed.Education and/or Experience:High school diploma or general education degree required.One to two years manufacturing experience in filling, labeling and/or packaging operations, preferably in pharmaceutical or medical device industry preferred.Skills:To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Email software; spreadsheet software and Word processing software and ERP software.Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.Ability to write simple correspondence.Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.We offer an extensive benefit and compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Pay anticipated for this position in New Jersey is from $19.00-$21.00, depending on a number of factors. In the ordinary course of business, compensation and benefits programs may change based upon the Company's needs.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.