About the role
Perrigo is currently seeking to direct hire Packaging employees on 2nd shift. As a Packaging Specialist, you will work on an assembly line packaging over the counter (“OTC”) pharmaceuticals Our environment is dynamic, and we look for the same in new team members.
**Position Responsibilities**
* Follow written instructions contained in Standard Operating Procedures, manufacturing orders, cleaning checklists and other controlled documents in accordance with cGMP regulations.
* Physically move bulk materials utilizing various forms of pallet jacks. Basic material handling and departmental utility tasks may also be assigned.
* Operate computer-controlled equipment utilizing a screen-based Operator Interface Terminal (OIT).
* Execute in-process attribute testing and visual inspections.
* Evaluate test results against prescribed parameters to determine if tested product is within specification.
* Accurately, repeatedly, and contemporaneously documented GMP data on equipment logs, batch records and cleaning checklists.
* Execute equipment and line cleaning tasks utilizing manual and automated processes and prescribed cleaning checklists.
* Perform minor equipment servicing activities including disassembly, reassembly, and set-up.
**Experience Required**
**ALL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED BY THE COMPANY!**
* A High School diploma (or G.E.D.).
* Basic math and English communication skills, legible penmanship, and a high level of reading comprehension.
* Must have the ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
* A working knowledge of computers.
* Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to include eye protection, hearing protection, half-face and/or Powered Air Purifying Respirators, protective clothing and fall restraint harnesses will be provided if required.
* Ability to work 40 hours per week and be available for overtime when necessary.
* Available for training on various shifts.
* Consistently/Frequently - see (vision), hear, ability to read and write, ability to interpret information, basic math, reading and writing in English.
* Successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.
This job requires the person to work with potential allergens including: Omeprazole, Esomeprazole,
Lansoprazole Pantoprazole, Rabeprazole, Famotidine, Loratadine, Guaifenesin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Nicotine, Natural Flavorings
_Preferred:_
* Excellent attendance record and work history.
* A strong mechanical aptitude is highly preferred.
* 6 months to 1 year of Direct Manufacturing Experience.
* 1 to 2 years of General Manufacturing Experience.
* 3 to 4 years of Non-Manufacturing Experience.
**Physical Requirements:**
* Consistently/Frequently – stand, walk, lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, stoop/bend, squat, kneeling, twisting, grasping, move items/boxes, feel with hands/fingers
* Occasionally – sit, lifting 50 lbs., pull and push with skid jacks 880 lbs., climb ladders, stoop/bend, squat, kneeling, twisting, reach, reach above shoulders and head
* Rarely – lift above shoulders and head 25 lbs.