Packaging Technician II - First Shift
About The Position
About Thermo Fisher Scientific As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. Location/Division Specific Information This position is located at our Allentown, PA site within the Clinical Trials Division. The facility supports global clinical supply chain services, including labeling, packaging, and distribution of investigational medicinal products in a cGMP-regulated environment. A Day in the Life Set up, operate, and monitor labeling and packaging equipment while ensuring adherence to batch records, work instructions, and quality standards Perform and document line clearances, in-process checks, reconciliation activities, and batch record review to ensure compliance and inspection readiness Identify and troubleshoot process or equipment issues, escalate as needed, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and Right First Time execution
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 1+ years of experience in manufacturing, operations, production, lab, or a related environment
- Solid understanding of cGMP requirements, GDP (Good Documentation Practices), and quality systems
- Ability to follow detailed instructions, execute batch records, and maintain accurate documentation with a high degree of accuracy
- Proficiency in operating and troubleshooting packaging/labeling equipment
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team
- Basic computer proficiency (e.g., MS Office, electronic batch systems, ERP systems)
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive motions
- Ability to lift, push, and pull materials up to 40 lbs with or without accommodation
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a cGMP-regulated environment
- Experience working in a cleanroom environment
- Experience with labeling and/or packaging operations in a pharmaceutical or clinical supply setting
Responsibilities
- Set up, operate, and monitor labeling and packaging equipment while ensuring adherence to batch records, work instructions, and quality standards
- Perform and document line clearances, in-process checks, reconciliation activities, and batch record review to ensure compliance and inspection readiness
- Identify and troubleshoot process or equipment issues, escalate as needed, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and Right First Time execution
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits
- Paid Time Off / Annual Leave
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- 401(k) with company match (if applicable)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
