Packaging Operations Operator 1

LanceSoft•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Technician I performs routine bottling, labeling, packaging, and material-handling activities according to established procedures, work instructions, and quality standards. The role supports safe, efficient, and compliant production while maintaining product quality and regulatory requirements. It requires accurate completion of packaging documentation, careful adherence to standardized processes, attention to detail, and effective collaboration in a fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment. The position is onsite, with a set Monday–Friday schedule from 12:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Work takes place in a laboratory and production environment where reagents are filled, dispensed, labeled, and packaged into customer-facing products. Tasks are primarily performed at laboratory bench workstations and packaging equipment stations. Employees use production tools and equipment and must wear appropriate PPE, including laboratory coats, gloves, and safety eyewear, while following Environmental Health & Safety requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Basic computer proficiency, including data entry and use of common software applications.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations accurately.
0–2 years of experience in a manufacturing, packaging, laboratory, or related operational environment.
Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity and quality standards.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams and functions.
Ability to learn and apply new processes, technologies, and methodologies.
Commitment to accuracy, quality, and compliance.
Ability to safely lift and transport materials weighing up to 30 pounds, using appropriate ergonomic practices and seeking assistance when necessary.
Ability to perform repetitive manual production and packaging activities throughout the shift, including pipettor use, vial capping and torque verification, operation of automated torque equipment, label application, final-packaging assembly, and operation of bagging and packaging equipment.
Dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform detailed packaging and assembly tasks accurately and consistently.
Ability to stand, walk, reach, and perform repetitive motions for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Perform routine bottling, labeling, packaging, and material handling according to approved procedures, work instructions, and quality standards.
Meet daily, weekly, and monthly production targets while maintaining quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
Operate packaging equipment and production tools, including pipettes, scales, labeling systems, and printers.
Perform in-process inspections to verify product identity, labeling accuracy, package integrity, and documentation completeness.
Complete batch records, production documentation, and system transactions accurately and in compliance with GMP requirements.
Support label creation, printing, and packaging documentation processes.
Manage packaging supplies and materials, including receiving, storing, staging, inventory control, and disposition.
Conduct line clearances, equipment setup, product changeovers, cleaning, and basic equipment troubleshooting.
Maintain accurate production data in SAP and other manufacturing systems.
Maintain a clean, organized, inspection-ready work environment using 5S principles.
Identify, document, and communicate quality, safety, equipment, and process-related issues to a supervisor.
Participate in investigations, corrective actions, continuous improvement initiatives, and audit support activities.
Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Planning, Warehouse, Engineering, and other cross-functional teams.
Follow GMP, ISO, FDA, Environmental Health & Safety, and company quality system requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.