| Location | Athens, GA |
Job ID: 37799865
Location: Athens, GA
Duration: 6-Month Contract
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Shift: 2nd Shift, 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with some mandatory Saturdays as required
Sigma Systems is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Packaging Technician for a 6-month contract opportunity with our client in Athens, Georgia. This onsite position is ideal for candidates with experience in pharmaceutical packaging, manufacturing, warehouse operations, or production environments.
The Packaging Technician will operate packaging equipment, inspect products for quality, perform equipment setups and changeovers, troubleshoot basic equipment issues, and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Candidates who are safety-conscious, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment are encouraged to apply.
Operate packaging equipment, including labelers, pick-and-place machines, and vision inspection systems.
Inspect packaged products accurately and efficiently to ensure compliance with established quality standards.
Perform equipment setup, adjustments, and changeovers as required.
Conduct initial troubleshooting of packaging equipment issues and report problems as needed.
Complete cGMP documentation accurately, thoroughly, and on time.
Read, understand, and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and applicable work instructions.
Prepare and perform quality assurance (QA) line clearances, including those for small-volume packaging lines.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe production work area.
Maintain equipment and facilities in accordance with established procedures.
Cross-train in other departmental functions to support production needs.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the Shift Line Leader or Supervisor.
High school diploma or GED required.
Previous experience in warehouse operations, packaging, manufacturing, or pharmaceutical production.
Ability to follow written procedures, safety requirements, and quality guidelines.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
Ability to complete production documentation accurately and on time.
Basic troubleshooting skills and the ability to identify equipment or production issues.
Ability to work onsite in Athens, GA, during the assigned second shift.
Willingness to work mandatory Saturdays when required.
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, fast-paced production environment.
Experience operating packaging equipment, such as labelers, pick-and-place machines, or vision systems.
Previous pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or regulated manufacturing experience.
Familiarity with cGMP, GMP, SOPs, QA inspections, and line clearance procedures.
Experience with packaging equipment setup, changeovers, and basic troubleshooting.