US_Inspection/Packaging Operator II_CO

Job Title: Inspection / Packaging Operator II
Location: South San Francisco, CA 94080
Pay Rate: ~$17.45 – $23.92 per hour 
Work Schedule: Full-time, onsite
Positions: 3

Job Overview

In this role, the Inspection / Packaging Operator II will support in-house printing, labeling, inspection, and packaging of clinical pharmaceutical products. This position operates in a cGMP-regulated environment and requires a strong focus on quality, safety, documentation accuracy, and teamwork to meet production schedules. The operator is expected to exercise independent judgment while collaborating with leadership and cross-functional teams.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform packaging, labeling, inspection, and online/offline tasks as required

• Complete all process-related documentation (batch records, FNs, room/equipment logs, etc.) in compliance with cGMP

• Serve as a point of contact on the shop floor for packaging and in-house labeling issues

• Communicate and resolve complex process issues in coordination with Quality, peers, and management

• Ensure batch records and related documents are reviewed in a timely manner

• Manage process-related discrepancies and initiate documentation when necessary

• Support departmental training initiatives and work closely with PTD Training

• Lead or support department projects including investigation, analysis, documentation, and communication of results

• Lead or support Change Management activities as appropriate

• Prepare and submit departmental metrics to leadership

• Attend scheduling meetings and provide input with a safety and quality mindset

• Coordinate and schedule staff meetings when required

Basic Expectations

• Attend and maintain required cGMP, safety, and on-the-job training

• Maintain all required qualifications and training records

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

• Support continuous improvement in quality, safety, and efficiency

• Act as a subject matter expert in packaging-related activities

• Demonstrate a strong teamwork mindset

Education & Experience

• High school diploma with related production experience or

• Bachelor’s degree with technical-related experience

Skills & Attributes

• Strong technical and functional knowledge of packaging operations

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision on routine tasks

• Ability to solve complex problems within established procedures

• Effective communication skills when interacting with peers, supervisors, and management

• Ability to provide recommendations to management on operating procedures

• Experience serving as a team lead is a plus

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Gowning required, including gloves, steel-toe boots, and safety glasses

• Ability to work in controlled environments

• Flexibility to work overtime or adjusted schedules as needed

• Ability to perform computer and RF equipment work

• Prolonged standing and sitting

• Repetitive packaging and visual label inspection for extended periods

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and push/pull up to 75 lbs of force

Interview Process

• Phone interview

• Onsite interview