Packaging and Labeling Technician

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Indianapolis, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging and Labeling Technician performs manual and automated assembly, filling, packaging, labeling, and related production activities according to approved instructions and established procedures. The role involves following batch paperwork, work instructions, drawings, and assembly instructions; accurately counting, staging, and accounting for components and drug product; operating qualified packaging equipment; and completing equipment and room cleaning activities. The technician performs assigned in-process checks and inspections, completes production-system transactions and documentation, and follows cGMP, SOP, safety, PPE, and quality requirements. The position works with peers and site teams to complete production safely, accurately, and on schedule. The role is based at Thermo Fisher Scientific's 1221 W Morris Street location in Indianapolis, Indiana. Work may take place in cleanrooms, cold rooms, and other controlled environments. The technician must be able to perform repetitive packaging work, wear required PPE, and meet applicable visual acuity and color-vision requirements. Assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on business needs.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
At least 1 year of work experience in a manufacturing, operations, production, laboratory, or related field.
Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and accurately follow written instructions.
Hand-eye coordination, manual and finger dexterity, mindfulness, and the ability to perform repetitive tasks and learn new tasks with assistance.
Ability to perform various manufacturing and packaging operations.
Basic understanding of packaging and labeling processes and ability to apply acquired job skills to assigned tasks.
Basic computer skills for production systems and data entry.
Attention to detail, effective teamwork and communication, reliability, and willingness to escalate issues appropriately.
Ability to work in cleanrooms, cold rooms, and controlled environments ranging from -2°C to 8°C, as required.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform repetitive hand and finger movements.
Ability to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds as required by the work assignment.
Ability to bend, squat, reach, push, pull, grasp, and perform fine manipulation as required.
Ability to wear required PPE, which may include filtering face masks, N95 masks, half-face masks, protective eyewear, and other site-required PPE.
Must meet applicable visual acuity and color-vision requirements for inspection of pharmaceutical products, components, and labels in a cGMP environment.
Flexibility to work assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a cGMP environment.

Responsibilities

Perform manual and automated assembly, filling, packaging, labeling, and related production activities according to approved instructions and established procedures.
Review and follow batch paperwork, work instructions, drawings, and assembly instructions; seek guidance when requirements are unclear or unfamiliar.
Accurately count, stage, and account for components and drug product before, during, and at the completion of assigned work.
Operate qualified stationary and/or hand-held packaging equipment and complete required equipment and room cleaning activities.
Perform assigned in-process checks, inspections, and verifications within training and qualification scope, and escalate defects, discrepancies, or unusual conditions.
Complete required computer transactions, data entry, and documentation accurately and contemporaneously.
Follow cGMP, SOP, safety, PPE, and quality requirements and support line clearance, staging, and reconciliation activities as directed.
Collaborate with peers, Room Leaders, Group Leaders, Quality, and Supervisors to complete work safely, accurately, and on schedule.