Inspection and Packaging Technician I

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