Would you like to work in a fast-paced team environment in a company that follows science and turns ideas into life-changing medicines? Are you searching for career growth and development in a production environment with competitive salaries and benefits? If so, the Packaging Operator position would be an excellent fit for you!

The AstraZeneca Newark Supply Site was established in 1971 and currently employs approximately 260 people. Over the course of these years, Newark has undergone many product portfolio changes since it first began as Stuart Pharmaceuticals through today as the designated AZ North America Packaging Center of Excellence and a Flexible Formulation site for the global supply of complex products. The site provides a collaborative environment where everyone feels comfortable and able to be themselves is at the core of AstraZeneca’s priorities. It’s important to us that you bring your full self to work every day. To help maintain your best self, here’s a sneak peek into some of the things this site provides for you: on-site fitness center access, lunch & learns, sustainable office working environment, team, site and family activities, life-long learning, diversity & inclusion, tuition reimbursement, and a dining center.

The operating hours are from Monday through Thursday, with 10-hour shifts. Shift hours differ based on what area you are assigned. You "may" train on the first shift.

Must be willing to work 2nd shift

The Packaging Operator produces packaged pharmaceutical products in a safe and efficient manner, complying with cGMP’s, SOPs, and site safety procedures.

What you will do:

• Operate packaging equipment in a safe and efficient manner by supplying equipment with components and products. Perform detection system challenges on the applicable equipment. Perform changeover, set up, troubleshooting, and basic maintenance of packaging equipment. Clean and purge packaging equipment.

• Accountable for accurately documenting packaging and cleaning activities.

• Work effectively in teams to meet monthly demand requirements and identify areas for continuous and efficient improvements.

• Must be able to work various shifts, weekends, alternative schedules when production demands require

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School Diploma / GED

Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Ability and confidence to work in a digital environment

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Preferred:

• Experience in a production environment

• Understand the basics of how machines operate

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical production (i.e. cGMPs)

• Associates Degree or higher

Why AstraZeneca

At AstraZeneca, we’re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There’s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients, and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration. Always committed to lifelong learning, growth, and development.

So, what’s next

Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can’t wait to hear from you!

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