Production Technician (1st Shift)

Production Technician (1st Shift)Rockford IL - Rockford, IL 61103Salary Range $18.50 - $19.00 HourlyOverviewOur packaging technicians apply a disciplined packaging and barcoding service to specific medications in our production facilities. This important work we do helps our hospital customers deliver safe, high-quality medication and care to their patients.You will be responsible for repackaging all unit-dose medications as required. This includes operating our packaging equipment to repackage oral solids into unit-dose, and filling cups, vials, and syringes as specified. The packaging technician position is also responsible for maintaining the packaging equipment for daily use, including cleaning and general equipment troubleshooting.What your day-to-day will look like:Perform all unit-dose medication packaging and complete daily orders as needed.Maintain supplies needed in workstation to fulfill services.Perform daily preventative maintenance and necessary routine adjustments on the packaging equipment.Generate accurate packaging labels according to requirements regarding verification procedures as specified in our standard operating procedures.Follow standard operating procedures in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and other regulatory standards.QualificationsWhat you bring to the table:EDUCATION & EXPERIENCEHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredWorking knowledge of computer hardware (PC Windows)Working knowledge of mechanical packaging equipment, a plusPrevious experience in hospital pharmacy or health care industry preferredPharmacy Technician Certification a plusKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIESMust have ability to perform gross and fine manipulation activities required to package and label product.Ability to lift up to 10lbs., push, pull, bend, twist, stand and sit throughout the day, as neededStrong attention to detail with a focus on quality.Good organizational skills – accurate, reliable, and efficient.Positive record of attendance and reliability.How We Take Care Of You And Your FamilyThe meaningful work you do helps our customers support their patients, so we'll work hard to support you.Clean and safe work environmentMedical, dental and vision insuranceCompany-paid life insuranceHealth savings accountPaid time off (PTO)Earned sick time (EST)Holiday payWeekly pay401kOpportunities for internal promotionMonthly employee appreciation meals