Packaging Line Technician

Pharmavite•Opelika, AL

About The Position

The Packaging Line Technician sets up, operates, monitors, and adjusts packaging equipment to package products in compliance with standard operating procedures, safety rules, and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs). The role reports to the department Supervisor and partners with cross-functional teams to package quality vitamins. The technician operates filling and labeling equipment, supplies packaging lines with bulk product and components, performs in-process quality checks, maintains production and cleaning records, and helps ensure finished products meet quality and regulatory requirements. The role also includes packing and palletizing products, troubleshooting and adjusting equipment, supporting process improvements, training other operators, and cleaning and sanitizing equipment and work areas. This position is based in manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments. Some roles may require overtime, shift work, weekends, or extended schedules according to business needs. Travel is 0%. The position is not available for immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I-983 training plan required for STEM OPT.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or five years of equivalent work experience.
No prior experience is required.
Proficient English ability to read and write effectively, communicate with staff, understand SOPs and manufacturing instructions, and complete required production and cleaning logs.
Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort resolving mechanical issues; ability to perform root cause analysis with training.
Comfort operating a variety of manufacturing packaging equipment in a fast-paced production line.
Ability to work with and understand data tracking line efficiency and downtime.
Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records in compliance with SOPs and regulatory requirements.
Responsibility for the quality of one’s work while following required GMP requirements.
Commitment to improving changeover time and team efficiency.
Ability to meet physical demands that may include frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, repetitive motion, operating machinery or powered equipment, wearing PPE, working around varying temperatures, noise, moving equipment or manufacturing materials, and lifting or moving materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of related experience.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate automatic and semi-automatic filling and labeling equipment.
Select the appropriate slat for a production run; use hand tools to adjust controls and assemble equipment.
Supply bulk product and components to packaging lines and remove finished product from the lines.
Maintain accurate, complete logs and records of cleaning and production activities.
Perform in-process quality checks, collect in-process and retain samples as needed, inspect tablets, capsules, and bottles for defects, and remove defective items without disrupting production.
Promptly notify the Line Lead or Supervisor of problems that disrupt production.
Assemble and review product batch records for cGMP compliance to facilitate timely approval of finished product for commercial distribution.
Perform duties in compliance with cGMPs, SOPs, and safety procedures.
Monitor equipment and product on the line; pack product into boxes, seal boxes using tape machines, and load packed products onto pallets while meeting production and safety goals.
Use a computer programming unit to adjust controls and machine operation.
Contribute to continuous process improvement on the packaging line.
Train and cross-train other operators in production-line functions.
Keep the work area clean and orderly using appropriate cleaning tools.
Disassemble and sanitize equipment at product closeout; wash parts and machinery with water and cleansing or sanitizing agents, and dry as necessary.

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Annual performance bonus may be included
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
401(k) match
Wellness benefits
Recognition program
Career development and learning opportunities
Compensation for overtime hours worked by non-exempt employees in accordance with state and federal law