Position Summary
The Packaging Team Lead is responsible for coordinating and leading daily activities on the pharmaceutical packaging floor to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant operations. This role includes planning, scheduling, overseeing equipment setup and operation, and providing guidance and training to packaging team members.
The Packaging Team Lead also steps into a supervisory capacity in the absence of the Packaging Supervisor and plays a critical role in maintaining packaging productivity, quality, and adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform supervisory duties in the absence of the Packaging Supervisor, including oversight of cGMP documentation, equipment setup and operation, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Provide day-to-day direction and support to packaging team members while promoting a safe, compliant, and productive work environment.
• Assist in managing labor and material resources to meet packaging schedules.
• Train employees, troubleshoot operational issues, and ensure compliance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and batch record documentation requirements.
• Collaborate with Quality, Engineering, and Validation teams to ensure product packaging meets specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Operate and oversee packaging equipment, which may include blister packers, bottle fillers, labelers, cartoners, and serialization systems.
• Coordinate workflow across packaging lines to optimize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Required Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or packaging environment.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical packaging operations and cGMP requirements.
• Ability to lead, train, and mentor team members.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow and execute complex instructions accurately.
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous experience in the pharmaceutical or another regulated industry.
Core and Functional Competencies
• Leadership, communication, teamwork, integrity, continuous learning, decision making, safety focus, strategic thinking, and customer service orientation.
• cGMP compliance, planning and organizing, problem solving, quality standards, and documentation accuracy.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• Lead team members performing similar packaging duties.
• Provide day-to-day guidance and support.
• Train new employees and monitor their progress.
• Serve as backup to the Packaging Supervisor.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, and repetitive motion.
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Near vision (20 inches or less) for inspecting packaging and documentation.
• Work is primarily performed in a pharmaceutical packaging area and may include exposure to noise, dust, and machinery.
• Use of protective clothing and equipment is required in accordance with applicable safety and hygiene standards.
Schedule, Location, and Travel
Location: East Windsor, New Jersey
2nd Shift: 4:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m.
This is an hourly position.
Compensation and Benefits
The hourly pay range for this position is $32.00–$38.00 per hour. Exact compensation will depend on various factors such as experience, skills, education, location, competencies, and industry-specific knowledge.
ANI Pharmaceuticals offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, paid holidays, and paid time off. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
Welcome to ANI Pharmaceuticals, where we are dedicated to improving and enhancing patients' lives through the manufacturing and distribution of high-quality pharmaceutical products.
With a diverse portfolio of generic and branded pharmaceuticals, ANI is a trusted partner for healthcare providers, pharmacists, and patients alike. We understand the importance of accessibility, and our products are available across a wide range of therapeutic areas, contributing to the well-being of communities globally.
At ANI Pharmaceuticals, there are opportunities to contribute to our purpose every day. We value authenticity, knowledge, and hard work, we strive to celebrate our employees in a positive environment. Our culture empowers everyone to be successful and apply our full potential.