1st Shift Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Operator (Packaging)

Lonza•Tampa, FL

3d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Lonza Tampa is seeking experienced Packaging Operators with a background in GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) environments to work on new packaging and labeling processes within their capsule production lines. This role is crucial for maintaining FDA-regulated standards, managing complex equipment, and ensuring high quality, contributing to Lonza’s mission of improving lives globally. This is a full-time, hourly position.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent experience.
Experience working in a pharmaceutical GMP environment.
Familiarity with cleaning and sanitizing Primary and Secondary Packaging rooms.
Ability to maintain professional, positive, and confidential interactions with sponsors and partners while adhering to regulatory requirements.
Strong attention to detail and willingness to proactively stop work to ensure safety.
Flexibility to take on additional duties as assigned.
A collaborative mindset and commitment to high-quality, compliant operations.

Responsibilities

Perform manual Primary and Secondary Packaging activities in alignment with batch record instructions.
Operate and set up automated equipment to support packaging workflows.
Ensure accurate reconciliation and movement of materials between packaging areas and the warehouse while maintaining strict chain of custody.
Identify and report issues to QA, Team Leads, Equipment Specialists, CPS Project Coordinators, or Managers to prevent deviations.
Support qualification and implementation of new equipment alongside the Equipment Specialist.
Maintain up-to-date training and complete required logbook, SOP, and GMP documentation.
Participate in production schedule meetings, project discussions, and safety processes to uphold world-class safety and quality standards.