Inspection and Packaging Technician I

Sun Pharma is the world’s fourth largest generics company with presence in Specialty, Generics and Consumer Healthcare products. Supported by more than 40 manufacturing facilities, we provide high-quality medicines, trusted by healthcare professionals and patients, to more than 100 countries across the globe. Over the last two decades, Sun Pharma has established itself as a leading player in the generics market in the U.S., and we are rapidly ramping up our presence in the specialty branded market with a focus on dermatology, ophthalmology and onco-dermatology. 

Job Summary:

Assist in visually inspecting, labeling and packaging pharmaceutical products.

Area Of Responsibility:

• Assists in performing visual inspections, labeling, assembling and packaging of liquids, suspensions, and lyophilized pharmaceutical and dermatological products in vials, ampoules etc.
• Cleans up labeling and packaging assembly equipment and facility as needed
• Comply with all policies and procedures related to personal safety and job area safety
• Maintains manufacturing records and completes all required paperwork/documents to comply with Federal Regulations and FDA
• Reports variance or deviations from standard procedures to department management
• Stocks materials utilized by the department
• Operates semi-automatic inspection machine, vial label applicator and box imprinting machines
• Other duties as assigned

Work Conditions:

• Controlled unclassified manufacturing/production area
• Warehouse office
• Possible exposure to hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals

Physical Requirements:

• Stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach or push with hands and arms, talk and hear
• Use of repetitive motion, unimpaired manual dexterity
• Close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to focus
• Correctable 20/20 vision
• Ability to visually inspect small products and print
• Be able to sit at workstation for up to 50 minutes at a sitting for up to 8 hours per day

• Requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (lab coat, hairnet, booties, and gloves)
• Lifts up to 35lbs.

Travel Estimate: Up to 0%

Education and Job Qualification:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Biotechnology certificate preferred or equivalent experience
• Ability to visually inspect small print/printed labels
• Ability to visually inspect liquid and lyophilized pharmaceutical products for small particles
• Ability to read, write and follow written and verbal instructions/procedures in English
• Ability to work independently or in a group setting

Experience:

• Minimum 0-2 years related experience
• Familiarity with, and the ability to follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Master Batch Records, and adhere consistently to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)
• Works under direct guidance of the supervisor
• Basic math skills
• Basic computer skills

Disclaimer: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employee within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job.  Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of incumbent(s).

Actual base compensation may vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to geographical location and experience. In addition, this position is part of the Annual Performance Bonus Plan, and may be eligible for the Long Term Incentive Plan. Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs which include medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; and the employee assistance program. Employees also receive various paid time off benefits, including vacation time and sick time.

The compensation and benefits described above are subject to the terms and conditions of any governing plans, policies, practices, agreements, or other materials or documents as in effect from time to time, including but not limited to terms and conditions regarding eligibility. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company, or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees as assigned to this job. Nothing herein shall preclude the employer from changing these duties from time to time and assigning comparable duties or other duties commensurate with the experience and background of the incumbent(s).

We provide equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, military or veteran status, generic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

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Sun Pharmaceuticals (Sun) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Sun employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Sun. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.