Clinical Supply Operations Packaging Technician

Pfizer • Groton, CT

8d • $27 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Supply Operations Packaging Technician performs primary and secondary packaging and labelling operations for clinical trial supplies in a GMP environment. The role involves packaging solid-dose drug products by manual hand-count filling or minor automated equipment, packaging finished dosage forms such as filled bottles, ointments and pre-filled vials, and labelling other pre-packaged finished materials. The technician maintains packaging equipment for daily use, including cleaning, and follows approved batch records, SOPs, cGMP requirements and safety regulations. The position also supports maintenance and inspection of GMP packaging rooms and equipment, documentation, production schedules, and resolution of common equipment or process failures. The role is primarily first shift and is performed on premises.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 4 years of relevant experience.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Word.
• Strong computer, scientific and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability and a positive attitude.
• Ability to learn new techniques, maintain accurate records, follow instructions and comply with company policies.
• Ability to meet gowning requirements, including wearing a bouffant head covering, face mask, gloves, shoe coverings and safety glasses or goggles; makeup, nail polish and jewelry are not permitted in packaging areas.
• Ability to stand for sustained periods; walk, push, pull and lift equipment or materials weighing up to 45 pounds; and maintain continuous mental and visual attention and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

• Understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP); experience preferred.
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative tools such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and productivity.
• Curiosity about how AI tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use.

Responsibilities

• Perform primary and secondary packaging operations in a GMP environment according to approved packaging batch records, cGMP requirements and safety regulations.
• Package and label clinical trial supplies, including solid-dose products, filled bottles, ointments, pre-filled vials and other pre-packaged finished materials.
• Complete GMP documentation contemporaneously to record equipment use and packaging activities.
• Follow SOPs, cGMPs and safety requirements for handling and moving clinical trial materials.
• Use EMD365 to scan materials and perform tasks required for packaging operations.
• Support routine daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly maintenance, inspection and cleaning of packaging rooms and equipment as directed.
• Maintain packaging equipment for daily use, including cleaning.
• Follow production schedules and timelines.
• Support and assist in resolving common equipment and process failures.
• Attend required meetings for business updates.
• Use AI platforms in job responsibilities where applicable.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with Pfizer matching contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays and personal days.
• Paid caregiver, parental and medical leave.
• Medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage.
• Eligibility for overtime, weekend, holiday and other pay premiums depending on work schedule and company policies.
• Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED