Packaging Operator
Company
Adare Pharma Solutions
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Our Business
Adare Pharma Solutions is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with locations across North America and Italy. We offer a wide range of manufacturing, packaging, and research and development services. Our clients range from growing biotech firms advancing groundbreaking clinical trials to established pharmaceutical companies producing high volumes of approved, widely used medicines.
By combining top talent from the life sciences industry with modern research and manufacturing technologies, Adare enables clients to deliver potentially lifesaving medicines in more easily consumable formats - particularly for patients such as infants or the elderly. This is the meaning behind “Transforming Drug Delivery – Transforming Lives.”
Our Culture
When it comes to being an employee of Adare, although we are located across multiple countries and come from diverse backgrounds, we work together toward a common purpose. Supported by leadership that is experienced and highly regarded in the industry, we are paving the way for a brighter and better future by attracting top talent from both within and beyond the CDMO space.
In addition to delivering high-quality results for our external clients, we foster a collaborative, client-centric culture internally - one where employees support one another, share knowledge, and encourage each other to bring their best selves to work each day.
Why Come to Adare?
Adare is Private Equity owned and poised for growth. Employees are provided with internal development opportunities to progress within the organization, enhancing their professional skills and industry knowledge through Adare’s investment in their growth.
We offer a variety of fields to embark in, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, chemistry, formulations, analytical research and development, finance, supply chain, sales, marketing, project management, human resources, and environmental health and safety.
Position
Packaging Operator
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Summary
The Packing Operator will report to the Packaging Supervisor and will perform solid oral dose bottle packaging activities.
Responsibilities
• Performs routing checks to ensure that the quality standards are met and that no violations to cGMP's occur during the operation of assigned machines
• Takes the initiative, to set the slat pattern and efficiently operate the filling machine at the required speed
• Able to disassemble the Slat Filler, clean the parts and re-assemble the Slat Filler machine
• Loads and efficiently operates the MGS Topserter at the required speed
• Changes labels on the Labeler and efficiently operates Labeler at the required speeds
• Informs the Line Leader and Mechanics of any packaging line machinery problems to maintain peak efficiency
• Must perform and successfully complete all SOP trainings in Master Control
• Must be able to pack and scan all finished product to comply with serialization regulations
• Must be able to work and communicate with other employees in a team environment
• Works as part of a team helping department team members achieve departmental goals
• Performs other duties as assigned
Experience, Education, and Skills Required
• Level will depend on experience and skillset; minimum requirement of High school diploma of GED equivalent and at least 1 year related experience and/or training
• Sufficient reading and writing skills
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out special instructions on various packaging applications.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to stand, walk, pick up and carry various packaging components and supplies; up to 25 pounds at times.
Adare Pharma is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status.
PRINCIPALS ONLY
NO AGENCIES OR THIRD PARTIES
Attention Job Seekers and Applicants: Please be aware of attempted recruiting scams. While Adare does conduct virtual interviews for some positions, we do NOT use Skype or Google Meet. If you are contacted by someone regarding a job opportunity, please be vigilant in reviewing the details of any and all correspondence. Here are some things to look out for: bad grammar; font inconsistencies or formatting irregularity: logos not properly sized, stretched out, blurred; numerous different font styles and sizes within the content of an email or letter; company impersonators (postings that mirror a reputable company, but there’s no link to the business) mismatched email or website domains, or there is difficulty with locating an address, business phone number, and/or email address, financial requests: Do not provide payment or account credentials as part of the application process. Legitimate companies should not require transfers, checks, gift cards or the wiring of funds as a condition of the application process. Additionally, equipment purchases: be cautious if a company asks you to purchase your own equipment (computers, iPads, mobile phones) and requests you to mail it to their IT department. Applicant Follow-up Questions: Proceed with caution if you receive an application follow-up request that requires you to click on a link to answer additional questions; especially if the questions request personal information such as a social security number. General anonymity: proceed with caution if you can’t quickly verify the identity of the poster.
Adare Pharma Solutions is a global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with locations across North America and Italy. We offer a wide range of manufacturing, packaging, and research and development services. Our clients range from growing biotech firms advancing groundbreaking clinical trials to established pharmaceutical companies producing high volumes of approved, widely used medicines.
By combining top talent from the life sciences industry with modern research and manufacturing technologies, Adare enables clients to deliver potentially lifesaving medicines in more easily consumable formats - particularly for patients such as infants or the elderly. This is the meaning behind “Transforming Drug Delivery – Transforming Lives.”
Our Culture
When it comes to being an employee of Adare, although we are located across multiple countries and come from diverse backgrounds, we work together toward a common purpose. Supported by leadership that is experienced and highly regarded in the industry, we are paving the way for a brighter and better future by attracting top talent from both within and beyond the CDMO space.
In addition to delivering high-quality results for our external clients, we foster a collaborative, client-centric culture internally - one where employees support one another, share knowledge, and encourage each other to bring their best selves to work each day.
Why Come to Adare?
Adare is Private Equity owned and poised for growth. Employees are provided with internal development opportunities to progress within the organization, enhancing their professional skills and industry knowledge through Adare’s investment in their growth.
We offer a variety of fields to embark in, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, chemistry, formulations, analytical research and development, finance, supply chain, sales, marketing, project management, human resources, and environmental health and safety.
Position
Packaging Operator
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Summary
The Packing Operator will report to the Packaging Supervisor and will perform solid oral dose bottle packaging activities.
Responsibilities
• Performs routing checks to ensure that the quality standards are met and that no violations to cGMP's occur during the operation of assigned machines
• Takes the initiative, to set the slat pattern and efficiently operate the filling machine at the required speed
• Able to disassemble the Slat Filler, clean the parts and re-assemble the Slat Filler machine
• Loads and efficiently operates the MGS Topserter at the required speed
• Changes labels on the Labeler and efficiently operates Labeler at the required speeds
• Informs the Line Leader and Mechanics of any packaging line machinery problems to maintain peak efficiency
• Must perform and successfully complete all SOP trainings in Master Control
• Must be able to pack and scan all finished product to comply with serialization regulations
• Must be able to work and communicate with other employees in a team environment
• Works as part of a team helping department team members achieve departmental goals
• Performs other duties as assigned
Experience, Education, and Skills Required
• Level will depend on experience and skillset; minimum requirement of High school diploma of GED equivalent and at least 1 year related experience and/or training
• Sufficient reading and writing skills
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out special instructions on various packaging applications.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to stand, walk, pick up and carry various packaging components and supplies; up to 25 pounds at times.
Adare Pharma is an equal opportunity employer & prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, disability, marital & veteran status.
PRINCIPALS ONLY
NO AGENCIES OR THIRD PARTIES
Attention Job Seekers and Applicants: Please be aware of attempted recruiting scams. While Adare does conduct virtual interviews for some positions, we do NOT use Skype or Google Meet. If you are contacted by someone regarding a job opportunity, please be vigilant in reviewing the details of any and all correspondence. Here are some things to look out for: bad grammar; font inconsistencies or formatting irregularity: logos not properly sized, stretched out, blurred; numerous different font styles and sizes within the content of an email or letter; company impersonators (postings that mirror a reputable company, but there’s no link to the business) mismatched email or website domains, or there is difficulty with locating an address, business phone number, and/or email address, financial requests: Do not provide payment or account credentials as part of the application process. Legitimate companies should not require transfers, checks, gift cards or the wiring of funds as a condition of the application process. Additionally, equipment purchases: be cautious if a company asks you to purchase your own equipment (computers, iPads, mobile phones) and requests you to mail it to their IT department. Applicant Follow-up Questions: Proceed with caution if you receive an application follow-up request that requires you to click on a link to answer additional questions; especially if the questions request personal information such as a social security number. General anonymity: proceed with caution if you can’t quickly verify the identity of the poster.
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