Packaging Tech 5 - 2nd Shift (3pm-11:30pm)

Use Your Power for Purpose

As the technical subject matter expert (SME) for all Inspection lines, the Injectable Inspection Packaging Tech 5 plays a vital role in ensuring efficient and reliable operations. This position leads Operator Care activities, manages changeovers on automated and semi-automated lines, and provides hands-on technical expertise across inspection processes. The Packaging Tech 5 also supports special projects, assisting engineering and maintenance with troubleshooting, validation, preventive maintenance, and other critical initiatives. In addition to running lines, this role requires a thorough understanding of the duties of Line Coordinators and Material Handlers. If qualified, the Packaging Tech 5 may also be required to perform inspector/operator responsibilities

What You Will Achieve

As a Packaging Tech 5, you will play a leadership role in driving operational excellence across all Injectable Inspection lines. You will take ownership of Operator Care activities, oversee line startups and changeovers, and act as a mentor and trainer for Packaging Techs, Line Coordinators, and Operators/Inspectors. This role requires demonstrating strong leader behaviors by modeling safety, quality, and accountability while helping colleagues build skill and confidence.

You will also be directly involved in troubleshooting, minor repairs, and process adjustments to maintain equipment performance. In collaboration with maintenance, engineering, and production leaders, you will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, support new equipment and system upgrades, and ensure production goals are achieved. By combining technical expertise with leadership and mentoring, you will help create an environment that consistently delivers safe, compliant, and efficient operations.

How You Will Achieve It

In this role, you will:

• Lead Operator Care activities, monitoring line performance, identifying issues, and implementing corrective actions to sustain reliability.

• Oversee and execute line startups, changeovers, and clearances to ensure efficient product transitions.

• Train and mentor Packaging Techs, Line Coordinators, and Operators/Inspectors to strengthen team capability and foster growth.

• Model and reinforce strong leader behaviors, promoting a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.

• Monitor, evaluate, and adjust processes or equipment to maximize efficiency and maintain product quality.

• Perform troubleshooting and minor equipment repairs to minimize downtime.

• Accurately complete batch records, supporting documentation (WPM), and SAP entries.

• Collaborate with maintenance to complete repairs and develop mechanical solutions.

• Support Operations Specialists, Production Leads, and Engineers/Plant Professionals with validation, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects.

• Communicate effectively with colleagues, support teams, and leadership to ensure smooth operations and alignment.

• Ensure compliance with all safety guidelines, SOPs, and FDA current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs).

Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)

• Education: High school diploma or GED.

• Experience: 1 to 3 years of related experience and training.

• Language Skills: Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Mathematical Skills: Proficiency in calculating percentages, multiplication, and division.

• Reasoning Ability: Ability to analyze and troubleshoot automated equipment and processes.

• Physical Demands: Requires repetitive bending, lifting, twisting, and standing for extended periods.

• Work Environment: Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The lighting in the work area is adjusted to accommodate inspection processes. Use of eye protection is required.

Additionally, strong math and reading skills are essential for understanding SOPs, GMPs, and Batch Records. Success in this role requires the ability to work effectively in a team environment, perform tasks productively under demanding conditions, and adapt to new and evolving responsibilities.

The Packaging Tech 5 must be self-motivated, capable of managing daily tasks independently to meet production schedules and committed to continuous learning and improvement.

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