Packaging Technician I

TekWissen • Mount Prospect, IL

23h • Onsite

About The Position

The Packaging Technician I labels, assembles, and packages pharmaceutical products for the Clinical Trials Division. The role includes manual or automated filling and packaging of blistered and bottled products, accurate counting and preparation of packaging components, and ensuring quality and productivity requirements are met. The technician cleans packaging rooms and machinery according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Good Manufacturing Principles (cGMPs), and follows applicable regulations and safe, efficient work practices.

This is an onsite, 12-month temporary assignment in Mount Prospect, Illinois, working first shift Tuesday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The role requires 40 work hours per week, with additional shift and weekend overtime when required. The work may involve cold environments (-8°C and -20°C), and requires personal protective equipment (PPE) certification.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Hand-eye coordination, manual and finger dexterity, attention to detail, ability to perform repetitive tasks, and ability to learn new tasks with assistance.
• Ability to meet physical requirements including standing, lifting, and bending.
• Ability to meet vision requirements including color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• PPE certification, including as applicable filtering face masks, PAPR, N-95 masks, half-face masks, and safety glasses.
• Ability and willingness to work in cold environments (-8°C and -20°C).
• Willingness to work 40 hours per week, with additional shift and weekend overtime when required.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team, occasionally without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

• Label, assemble, and package pharmaceutical products.
• Perform manual or automated filling and packaging of blistered and bottled pharmaceutical products.
• Accurately count and prepare packaging components to ensure accurate accountability before and after job orders.
• Meet quality and productivity requirements.
• Clean packaging rooms and machinery in accordance with SOPs and cGMPs.
• Apply Good Manufacturing Principles, follow regulations, and work safely and efficiently.
• Accurately count materials and understand batch paperwork to ensure proper assembly of clinical supplies.

What This Job Offers

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