• Packaging Technician

    Aerotek (Allentown, PA)


    Job Title: Packaging Technician

    Job Description

    Join our team as a Packaging Technician for 2nd shift (3:15pm - 11:15pm) or 3rd shift (11pm - 7am) , where you will play a vital role in the assembly, manufacturing, filling, packaging, and labeling of pharmaceutical products. You will ensure that all processes adhere to the highest quality standards and regulatory requirements.

    Responsibilities

    + Apply Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and customer requirements in all areas of responsibility.

    + Comply with all safety regulations and conduct all activities in a safe, efficient manner.

    + Perform manual or automated assembly, manufacturing, filling, packaging, and labeling of pharmaceutical products.

    + Act as the primary performer of in-process and AQL inspections.

    + Execute computer-related tasks necessary for job performance.

    + Participate in start-up and closure of packaging jobs.

    + Clean packaging rooms and machinery in accordance with SOPs and GMP.

    + Accept or reject in-process clinical supplies and drug products.

    + Perform counts of components and drug product.

    Essential Skills

    + Assembly

    + GMP knowledge

    + Labeling

    + Cleanroom experience

    + Packaging

    + Quality inspection skills

    + Mathematical skills for counting, adding, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and percentages.

    + Ability to interpret 2D diagrams and batch paperwork.

    + Strong hand-eye coordination and dexterity.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Ability to work in Primary, Secondary, Refrigerated (2 to 8° C), and freezer environments (up to 80% of the day could be in a freezer).

    + Ability to stand continuously, lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds, bend frequently, squat, and reach above shoulder-level.

    + Ability to read, comprehend, and execute the content of English work documents, including SOPs, work instructions, knowledge assessments (KAs), cGMP, and safety procedures.

    + Capability to work independently or as part of a team.

    + Initiative and adaptability to changing circumstances.

    + Willingness to accept and learn from feedback.

     

    Why Work Here?

     

    We offer comprehensive benefits and a 401k plan once hired on, along with opportunities for growth in a dynamic and supportive environment.

     

    Work Environment

     

    Candidates must be comfortable working in a freezer environment, which requires gowning in a cleanroom setting. Personal Protective Equipment Certification (PPE), including filtering face masks, PAPR, N-95 masks, half face masks, and safety glasses, is required. Additional compensation is provided for work in PAPR/refrigerator and freezer environments.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Allentown, PA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.70 - $19.55/hr.

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

    classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

    subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

    available for this temporary role may include the following:

    • Medical, dental & vision

    • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

    • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

    • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

    • Short and long-term disability

    • Health Spending Account (HSA)

    • Transportation benefits

    • Employee Assistance Program

    • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Allentown,PA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

    About Aerotek:

    We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

     

    Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.