Packaging Associate
Aerotek, Indianapolis, IN, United States
Packaging Associate
A packaging associate is responsible for the proper assembly, labeling, and quality control of clinical supplies. You will follow all applicable standard operating procedures and supervisory instructions to ensure compliance with customer specifications. This role requires employees to perform most phases of clinical packaging, though supervision is needed in some areas. Responsibilities: Review batch paperwork and instructions to understand and perform packaging procedures required for assembling each clinical study. Clean packaging rooms and machinery as needed in a clean room environment. Independently perform manual and automated filling and packaging of bottled pharmaceutical products, approving labeling, and checking quality of the process. Ensure proper labeling and drug placement using various sealing machinery. Assemble clinical supplies, ensuring proper label placement. Accurately count and prepare packages (pill bottles, syringe packs) to ensure proper packaging. Perform final checks of work in-process and finished products, then pack goods into appropriately labeled containers or boxes. Assist in staging and reconciliation of components. Required Skills: High School Diploma or GED. Attention to detail, as mistakes on labels or packaging could have serious consequences. Willingness and ability to work in a cold room environment for 10 hours a week, with all PPE provided. Willingness to work mandatory overtime as needed. Good handwriting for documentation purposes. Why Work Here? Join a world-renowned company that plays a pivotal role in producing life-saving drugs, including contributions to cancer research. Enjoy outstanding benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the pharmaceutical industry. Work Environment: This role operates within the pharmaceutical packaging department, a clean room environment requiring full gown, shoe covers, hairnet, beard net, and safety glasses at all times. The position involves working in a cold room environment (35-46 F), with appropriate cold weather PPE provided. All hours worked in the cold room will be paid a $2 premium. Employees work in shifts: 1st shift from 6:30 AM - 3:15 PM (M-F) and 2nd shift from 2:45 PM - 1:30 AM (M-Th), with mandatory overtime typically involving 5 extra days per month. The position involves internal contact with production operation employees, engineering, inventory, and quality assurance personnel, with limited external contact. Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $19.25/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 Indianapolis, IN. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026.
A packaging associate is responsible for the proper assembly, labeling, and quality control of clinical supplies. You will follow all applicable standard operating procedures and supervisory instructions to ensure compliance with customer specifications. This role requires employees to perform most phases of clinical packaging, though supervision is needed in some areas. Responsibilities: Review batch paperwork and instructions to understand and perform packaging procedures required for assembling each clinical study. Clean packaging rooms and machinery as needed in a clean room environment. Independently perform manual and automated filling and packaging of bottled pharmaceutical products, approving labeling, and checking quality of the process. Ensure proper labeling and drug placement using various sealing machinery. Assemble clinical supplies, ensuring proper label placement. Accurately count and prepare packages (pill bottles, syringe packs) to ensure proper packaging. Perform final checks of work in-process and finished products, then pack goods into appropriately labeled containers or boxes. Assist in staging and reconciliation of components. Required Skills: High School Diploma or GED. Attention to detail, as mistakes on labels or packaging could have serious consequences. Willingness and ability to work in a cold room environment for 10 hours a week, with all PPE provided. Willingness to work mandatory overtime as needed. Good handwriting for documentation purposes. Why Work Here? Join a world-renowned company that plays a pivotal role in producing life-saving drugs, including contributions to cancer research. Enjoy outstanding benefits and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the pharmaceutical industry. Work Environment: This role operates within the pharmaceutical packaging department, a clean room environment requiring full gown, shoe covers, hairnet, beard net, and safety glasses at all times. The position involves working in a cold room environment (35-46 F), with appropriate cold weather PPE provided. All hours worked in the cold room will be paid a $2 premium. Employees work in shifts: 1st shift from 6:30 AM - 3:15 PM (M-F) and 2nd shift from 2:45 PM - 1:30 AM (M-Th), with mandatory overtime typically involving 5 extra days per month. The position involves internal contact with production operation employees, engineering, inventory, and quality assurance personnel, with limited external contact. Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Indianapolis, IN. Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $19.25/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 Indianapolis, IN. Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Apr 14, 2026.