Woodstock Sterile Solutions (WSS) is the leading North American blow-fill-seal (BFS) sterile contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO). From our 430,000 sq ft advanced aseptic manufacturing facility in Woodstock, Illinois, we leverage 50+ years of BFS technology leadership and our patented cold BFS process to serve clients across ophthalmics, respiratory, biologics, and diagnostics markets. We are committed to Proven Excellence. Trusted Solutions.
The Production Associate II is responsible for packaging and inspecting pharmaceutical products in accordance with packaging instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), while adhering to health and safety requirements. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate line operation, quality output, and cross-team coordination on the production floor. This position will be scheduled to work Wednesday - Friday and every other Saturday, 5:45PM - 6:00AM, and is eligible for a 15% shift premium for overnights and $2/hour shift differential for the 12-hour shifts.
Monitor and direct employee position rotations on the packaging line
Assist the Team Lead in coordinating on-the-job training (OJT)
Verify material inventory accuracy against paperwork
Perform routine maintenance, set-ups, changeovers, and troubleshooting of packaging equipment as necessary
Count rejects and inspect product for defects
Place packed items in cartons, seal, apply shipper labels, and stack cartons on skid
Inform Technicians of any machine problems
Maintain cross-training across all lines within the assigned quadrant
Maintain effectiveness of Quality System components relevant to the role
Identify, evaluate, and manage risk to ensure product quality; communicate risk policies and processes throughout the organization
Other duties as assigned
Minimum of one year of manufacturing experience, preferably pharmaceuticals
Packaging operation experience beneficial
Experience performing dimensional evaluations desired
Functional testing experience desired
Demonstrated leadership ability
High level of attention to detail
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; basic mathematical and reasoning ability
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to interact effectively across departments and with a variety of individuals
Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Comfortable working independently, meeting deadlines, and working under pressure with limited supervision
Familiarity with cGMP and safe work practices
Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak clear English
Visual acuity of 20/30 (corrected)
Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per day
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, talking, listening, writing, handling, and grasping
Occasional climbing of ladders/steps, walking inclines, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, turning, balancing, and carrying
Frequent lifting/moving up to 20 lbs; occasional lifting/moving up to 50 lbs
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