Job DescriptionTitle: Pharmaceutical Packaging AssociateLocation: Chicago, ILHire Type: Contract-to-Hire (W2 with full employee benefits)Target Pay Rate: $24.00/hourOverview:Sterling has helped build careers for thousands of professionals like yourself. Our expert recruiters support you at every step in the process and as a Best of Staffing company, Sterling provides exciting work with exceptional employers across the U.S.As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.Job Summary: The Packaging Associate is responsible for the packaging operations of Biotechnology products for clinical and commercial human use. Must comply with company policies, procedures (SOP), FDA current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), and any other government requirements.Job Duties:Performs Line Inspection/Line Clearance of Packaging area.Operates syringe or Vial labeling, label counting, blister packaging, check weigher, serialization, aggregation, and temper evident sealing Machines by following SOP.Visually inspects labeled syringes, blister packs, printed cartons, or shippers for any defects.Responsible for submission of samples.Packs syringes with other necessary components manually in cartons.Checks weight of cartons to ensure no missing components.Packs good cartons into shipper and performs palletization.Submits documents and material requests to start packaging operation to respective department.Verifies all drug product syringes before starting any packaging activity.Electronically records all the process steps (If required).Completes logbooks, Batch Records, and other cGMP documentation accurately and in a timely manner.Removes and disposes soiled / expired, rejected syringes, materials from the area.Ensures that the packaging rooms and surrounding areas are maintained within the required conditions for clean room manufacturing.Reports all nonconformance or events that arise during the shift to the Supervisor.Complies with all safety, cGMP and Company policies, practices, and procedures.Performs other functions (Manufacturing, Visual inspection) as required or assigned.Complies with all company policies and standards.Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED preferred.1 - 2 years of packaging experience in Pharmaceutical or BioPharma industry.Basic verbal and written communication skills in English with the ability to understand technical information, procedures, batch records, and other documents in English.The candidate should have the ability to operate packaging equipment in accordance with current GMPs, SOPs, and safety guidelines under minimum supervision.Basic skills for identifying problems and troubleshooting of the equipment and packaging processes.Ability to work independently, within SOP, prescribed guidelines, or as a team member and the demonstrated ability to follow detailed directions.Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.Meet Your RecruiterHerman DavisTechnical Recruiter Connect on LinkedIn As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you've got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now.