**Job Title: Packaging Operator** **Job Description** The Packaging Operator is responsible for operating vial filling machines, fabrication machines, and secondary packaging equipment including labels and semi-automatic packaging equipment. This role involves the cleaning and setting up of manufacturing/packaging equipment, ensuring calibration stickers are current, and maintaining accurate records in logbooks and batch records. The Packaging Operator also palletizes completed work for transport to the warehouse and logs downtime accurately. **Responsibilities** + Operate vial filling machines, fabrication machines, and secondary packaging equipment. + Clean and set up manufacturing and packaging equipment. + Ensure all calibration stickers are current. + Record necessary documentation in logbooks and batch records. + Palletize completed work and transport to the warehouse. + Complete downtime log accurately and in a timely manner. **Essential Skills** + Minimum of 3 years of Pharmaceutical packaging experience. + Knowledge of GMP, production, packaging, and labeling processes. + Basic reading, writing, and verbal communication skills. + Basic mathematics skills. + Basic use of tools and equipment. + Good manual dexterity and visual acuity. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + High School graduate or equivalent. + Ability to stand for the majority of the day. + Ability to lift or move 25-49 pounds. + Capability to gown for manufacturing. + Meet established scrap rate goals. + Communicate effectively with IPC Operator and others regarding quality, components, and machine performance. + Knowledge of appropriate SOPs and their practical application. **Why Work Here?** Join a team that values precision and quality in pharmaceutical packaging. Our work environment encourages professional growth and offers opportunities to contribute to important healthcare initiatives. With a focus on safety and efficiency, employees can thrive in a supportive and structured setting. **Work Environment** The position operates on the 1st shift from 6:15 AM to 2:30 PM. Training is provided on the shift hired for, except for the first day which includes GMP/Safety Training from 7:45 AM to 3 PM. The work environment is a cleanroom setting that requires adherence to safety protocols and proper gowning procedures. **Job Type & Location** This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Caldwell, NJ. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Caldwell,NJ. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jan 30, 2026. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.